Maddox vs Ian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ian

Boy #75 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish British Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#75
Total SSA Count
4,547
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Maddox Rank #215
Ian Rank #75

Ian is more popular, ranked #75 vs #215 for Maddox.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maddox or Ian more popular?

Ian is more popular, ranked #75 compared to Maddox at #215 in the United States.

What do Maddox and Ian mean?

Maddox means "son of Madoc" (Welsh origin). Ian means "God is gracious" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Maddox and Ian boy or girl names?

Maddox is primarily a boy name. Ian is primarily a boy name.

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