Barrett vs Maddox

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Barrett

Boy #186 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bear strength, brave as a bear"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American Germanic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#186
Total SSA Count
1,984
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Barry, Bear, Rhett

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Barrett Rank #186
Maddox Rank #215

Barrett is more popular, ranked #186 vs #215 for Maddox.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Barrett ___

  • Barrett James
  • Barrett Lee
  • Barrett Cole
  • Barrett Scott
  • Barrett Reid
  • Barrett Gray

Maddox ___

  • Maddox James
  • Maddox Lee
  • Maddox Cole
  • Maddox Alexander
  • Maddox Thomas
  • Maddox William

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Barrett

Everett Sloane Piper Colton Greer

If you choose Maddox

Knox Beckett Ryder Sloane Quinn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Barrett or Maddox more popular?

Barrett is more popular, ranked #186 compared to Maddox at #215 in the United States.

What do Barrett and Maddox mean?

Barrett means "bear strength, brave as a bear" (Germanic origin). Maddox means "son of Madoc" (Welsh origin).

Are Barrett and Maddox boy or girl names?

Barrett is primarily a boy name. Maddox is primarily a boy name.

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