Genesis vs Madison

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Genesis

Girl #55 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"birth, generation, coming into being"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Latin American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#55
Total SSA Count
3,835
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Gen, Genny

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Madison

Girl #46 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Maud, son of Matthew"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#46
Total SSA Count
4,563
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Maddie, Maddy, Madi

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Popularity Comparison

Genesis Rank #55
Madison Rank #46

Madison is more popular, ranked #46 vs #55 for Genesis.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Genesis ___

  • Genesis Rose
  • Genesis Marie
  • Genesis Grace
  • Genesis Faith
  • Genesis Hope
  • Genesis Renee

Madison ___

  • Madison Grace
  • Madison Ann
  • Madison Rose
  • Madison Claire
  • Madison Marie
  • Madison Faith

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Genesis

Eden Zion Elijah Trinity Harmony

If you choose Madison

Olivia Emma Avery Logan Jackson

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Genesis or Madison more popular?

Madison is more popular, ranked #46 compared to Genesis at #55 in the United States.

What do Genesis and Madison mean?

Genesis means "birth, generation, coming into being" (Greek origin). Madison means "son of Maud, son of Matthew" (English origin).

Are Genesis and Madison boy or girl names?

Genesis is primarily a girl name. Madison is primarily a girl name.

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