Maddox vs Oliver

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maddox

Boy #215 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Madoc"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

American Welsh English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#215
Total SSA Count
1,665
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Maddy, Mad

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Maddox Rank #215
Oliver Rank #3

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 vs #215 for Maddox.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Maddox ___

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

Oliver ___

  • Oliver James
  • Oliver Thomas
  • Oliver William
  • Oliver Henry
  • Oliver John
  • Oliver Benjamin

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Maddox

Knox Beckett Ryder Sloane Quinn

If you choose Oliver

Olivia Charlotte Emma Sophia Amelia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maddox or Oliver more popular?

Oliver is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Maddox at #215 in the United States.

What do Maddox and Oliver mean?

Maddox means "son of Madoc" (Welsh origin). Oliver means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Maddox and Oliver boy or girl names?

Maddox is primarily a boy name. Oliver is primarily a boy name.

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