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Maddux

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Pronounced MAD-uks /ˈmæd.əks/High

Meaning: From an Irish/Welsh surname, 'son of Madoc' (linked to Welsh, 'fortunate; good; a benefactor'); used for both sexes; here for girls; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Son of Madoc; fortunate: Maddux is an Irish/Welsh surname. Crisp, modern, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for girls).
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Origin LowIrish, Welsh
MeaningFrom an Irish/Welsh surname, 'son of Madoc' (linked to Welsh, 'fortunate; good; a benefactor'); used for both sexes; here for girls; routes layered
U.S. rank (2025)#9850 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births10 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2017
Total births (all-time)≈ 264

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201719972025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Maddux comes from an Irish/Welsh surname, 'son of Madoc' (linked to Welsh, 'fortunate; good; a benefactor'; routes layered, which we note; made known by pitcher Greg Maddux). Used for both sexes, here for a girl (slug distinguished; said 'MAD-uks'; nickname Maddi).

In the U.S. it appears for both sexes. Rare in this form, son-of-Madoc at the root, and modern.

Did you know? Maddux is an Irish/Welsh surname, 'son of Madoc' (linked to Welsh 'fortunate; good; a benefactor') — crisp and modern, used for both sexes (here for girls; the routes are layered, which we note; said 'MAD-uks').
Overall data confidence 36%
References — Maddox — unisex; routes layered

Variations

MaddoxMadoxMaddax

Nicknames

Maddi

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Maddux mean?

Maddux is an Irish/Welsh surname, 'son of Madoc' (linked to 'fortunate; a benefactor'); used for both sexes; here for a girl.

How do you pronounce Maddux?

It's said MAD-uks /ˈmæd.əks/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Maddux a boy or girl name?

Maddux is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Maddux?

Maddux is a rare girls' name in the U.S.

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