Maddox

At a Glance: Name: Maddox – Meaning: son of Madoc, a Welsh name meaning 'fortunate' – Origin: Welsh (surname, 'son of Madoc') – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: MAD-uks

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Maddox is a Welsh surname meaning 'son of Madoc' — and Madoc itself means 'fortunate' in Welsh. It's pronounced MAD-uks, and it's a modern boy's name with a worldly feel. If you like a name with a clear, traceable origin behind it, Maddox has one.

Meaning & Origin of Maddox

Meaning: Son of madoc, a welsh name meaning 'fortunate'.

Origin: Welsh (surname, 'son of Madoc').

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Maddox

Phonetic: MAD-uks   IPA: /ˈmædəks/

Popularity of Maddox

Maddox peaked at #136 in 2017, when 3,043 boys were given the name; by 2024 it had settled to #215 with 1,665 babies, so it's less common now than at its high point but still a name plenty of parents are choosing.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1995–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Maddox mean?

Son of madoc, a welsh name meaning ‘fortunate’. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Maddox)

How do you pronounce Maddox?

Maddox is pronounced MAD-uks (IPA: /ˈmædəks/).

Is Maddox a popular name right now?

Maddox peaked at #136 in 2017 and is ranked #215 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1995–2024.)

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