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Smith vs Maddux

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maddux

Boy #1,395 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of the fortunate one"

Origin: Welsh (Madog)

Cultural Roots

Welsh American Sports culture

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,395
Total SSA Count
134
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Smith Rank #1,580
Maddux Rank #1,395

Maddux is more popular, ranked #1395 vs #1580 for Smith.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Smith or Maddux more popular?

Maddux is more popular, ranked #1395 compared to Smith at #1580 in the United States.

What do Smith and Maddux mean?

Smith means "metalworker, blacksmith" (Old English origin). Maddux means "son of the fortunate one" (Welsh (Madog) origin).

Are Smith and Maddux boy or girl names?

Smith is primarily a boy name. Maddux is primarily a boy name.

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