Madden

At a Glance: Name: Madden – Meaning: descendant of Madadhán, a diminutive of 'madadh' (dog) — roughly 'little dog' – Origin: Irish (surname, from Gaelic Ó Madadháin) – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: MAD-en

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Madden is a modern boy's name rooted in Ireland, coming from the surname Ó Madadháin. It traces back to Madadhán, a diminutive of the Gaelic word for dog, giving Madden a literal meaning of 'little dog.' Pronounced MAD-en, it carries a bold, clean, modern feel as a surname brought into first-name use.

Meaning & Origin of Madden

Meaning: Descendant of madadhán, a diminutive of 'madadh' (dog) — roughly 'little dog'.

Origin: Irish (surname, from Gaelic Ó Madadháin).

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Madden

Phonetic: MAD-en   IPA: /ˈmædən/

Popularity of Madden

Madden reached its highest point on the SSA list in 2011, ranking #544 with 470 babies given the name. By 2024 it had settled to #688 with 392 babies, holding steady in use but off its earlier peak.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1997–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Madden mean?

Descendant of madadhán, a diminutive of ‘madadh’ (dog) — roughly ‘little dog’. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Madden)

How do you pronounce Madden?

Madden is pronounced MAD-en (IPA: /ˈmædən/).

Is Madden a popular name right now?

Madden peaked at #544 in 2011 and is ranked #688 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1997–2024.)

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