Harrison vs Maddox

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harrison

Boy #121 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"descendant of the ruler of the home"

Origin: Old German

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#121
Total SSA Count
2,958
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Harry, Harris, Hare

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Harrison Rank #121
Maddox Rank #215

Harrison is more popular, ranked #121 vs #215 for Maddox.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Harrison ___

  • Harrison James
  • Harrison Cole
  • Harrison Reid
  • Harrison Scott
  • Harrison Ford
  • Harrison Blake

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 Harrison

Jackson Lincoln Eleanor Charlotte Fletcher

If you choose Maddox

Knox Beckett Ryder Sloane Quinn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harrison or Maddox more popular?

Harrison is more popular, ranked #121 compared to Maddox at #215 in the United States.

What do Harrison and Maddox mean?

Harrison means "descendant of the ruler of the home" (Old German origin). Maddox means "son of Madoc" (Welsh origin).

Are Harrison and Maddox boy or girl names?

Harrison is primarily a boy name. Maddox is primarily a boy name.

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