Madison Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAD-ih-sun / /ˈmædɪsən/English; Old French
Meaning
English: 'son of Maud'; Old French: 'from the town of Madison'
Historical & Cultural Background
Madison originated as a surname in England and became popular as a given name in the United States in the late 20th century. It gained prominence partly due to its association with James Madison, the fourth President of the United States. The name has been used for various places, including Madison, Wisconsin, which further popularized it as a first name. Today, Madison is widely recognized as a feminine name.
Trend Summary
Madison has consistently ranked among the top names for girls in the United States since the 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Maddison
- Madisyn
International Variants
- Madison (English)
- Maddison (English)
Famous people named Madison
Madison Beer is an American singer and songwriter known for her music career and social media presence.
Madison Pettis is an American actress and voice actress recognized for her roles in various television shows and films.
Madison Keys is an American professional tennis player who has competed in multiple Grand Slam tournaments.
Madison Iseman is an American actress known for her roles in horror films and television series.
Fictional characters named Madison
Madison is a character in the film 'The Last House on the Left', where she plays a pivotal role in the story.
Madison Montgomery is a character in the television series 'American Horror Story: Coven', known for her witchcraft abilities.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Madison was first seen in the United States in 1970. Madison has ranked as high as #9 nationally, which occurred in 2001, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Madison has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Madison (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 484 | |
| TX | 465 | |
| FL | 352 | |
| NY | 341 | |
| NJ | 205 | |
| NC | 196 | |
| PA | 181 | |
| GA | 149 | |
| OH | 148 | |
| VA | 141 | |
| IL | 137 | |
| MA | 122 | |
| MD | 112 | |
| AZ | 96 | |
| WA | 96 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1984 | 42 |
| 1985 | 301 |
| 1986 | 647 |
| 1987 | 749 |
| 1988 | 824 |
| 1989 | 1,225 |
| 1990 | 1,408 |
| 1991 | 2,471 |
| 1992 | 3,165 |
| 1993 | 4,384 |
| 1994 | 6,264 |
| 1995 | 9,775 |
| 1996 | 13,410 |
| 1997 | 15,189 |
| 1998 | 17,787 |
| 1999 | 18,054 |
| 2000 | 19,968 |
| 2001 | 22,166 |
| 2002 | 21,773 |
| 2003 | 20,201 |
| 2004 | 20,628 |
| 2005 | 19,578 |
| 2006 | 18,635 |
| 2007 | 17,968 |
| 2008 | 17,046 |
| 2009 | 15,254 |
| 2010 | 13,194 |
| 2011 | 12,406 |
| 2012 | 11,416 |
| 2013 | 10,604 |
| 2014 | 10,331 |
| 2015 | 10,107 |
| 2016 | 9,055 |
| 2017 | 7,907 |
| 2018 | 7,099 |
| 2019 | 6,300 |
| 2020 | 6,249 |
| 2021 | 5,962 |
| 2022 | 5,506 |
| 2023 | 5,174 |
| 2024 | 4,563 |