Hero vs Maddix

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hero

Boy #2,338 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender, protector, warrior"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #2,152 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of Madoc, fortunate"

Origin: Welsh

Welsh American English

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Hero Rank #2,338

Maddix Rank #2,152

Maddix is more popular, ranked #2152 vs #2338 for Hero.

Is Hero or Maddix more popular?

Maddix is more popular, ranked #2152 compared to Hero at #2338 in the United States.

What do Hero and Maddix mean?

Hero means "defender, protector, warrior" (Greek origin). Maddix means "son of Madoc, fortunate" (Welsh origin).

Are Hero and Maddix boy or girl names?

Hero is primarily a boy name. Maddix is primarily a boy name.