Ian vs Maddox

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

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Ian Rank #75
Maddox Rank #215

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

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ian ___

  • Ian James
  • Ian Michael
  • Ian Thomas
  • Ian Robert
  • Ian William
  • Ian Andrew

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 Ian

Fiona Alasdair Colin Freya Eoin

If you choose Maddox

Knox Beckett Ryder Sloane Quinn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ian or Maddox more popular?

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

What do Ian and Maddox mean?

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

Are Ian and Maddox boy or girl names?

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

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