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Maddox
Pronounced MAD-uhks /ˈmæd.əks/Medium
Meaning: Son of MadocMedium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
History & Origin
Maddox began as a surname meaning 'son of Madoc', tying it back to the older Welsh personal name Madoc. As a first name it reads as strong and surname-style, and here it is used for a girl rather than the boy it more often names. There are no recorded variations or bearers attached to this entry, so its appeal rests on that crisp, two-syllable sound.
The hard -dd- and final -x give Maddox a clipped, modern edge, which is much of why a surname rooted in 'son of Madoc' now works comfortably as a girl's first name.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Maddox mean?
Maddox is usually explained as meaning 'son of Madoc ' and is most often linked with English tradition.
How do you pronounce Maddox?
It's commonly said MAD-uhks /ˈmæd.əks/.
Is Maddox a boy or girl name?
In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Maddox is used as a girl name.
How popular is Maddox?
In 2024, Maddox ranked #2160 in the U.S. for girls, with 88 births recorded.






