Mads Boy
Origin(s)
Danish; Norwegian; Swedish
Meaning
gift of God (Danish); mighty warrior (Norwegian); strength (Swedish)
Historical & Cultural Background
Mads is a diminutive of the name Matthias, which has roots in Hebrew and is popular in Scandinavian countries. In Denmark, Mads has been a traditional name, often associated with historical figures and saints. The name is also used in Norway and Sweden, where it carries connotations of strength and valor.
Trend Summary
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Variants
- Matthias
- Madsen
International Variants
- Mads (Danish)
- Mads (Norwegian)
- Mads (Swedish)
Famous people named Mads
Mads Mikkelsen — actor
Mads Nørgaard — fashion designer
Fictional characters named Mads
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mads was first seen in the United States in 2011. Mads has ranked as high as #1333 nationally which occurred in 2021 and has been most popular in various states. In the past 5 years the name Mads has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mads
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2019 | 21 |
| 2020 | 23 |
| 2021 | 30 |
| 2022 | 24 |
| 2023 | 29 |
| 2024 | 28 |