Maddox

Pronunciation: [ m-AD-uhks ]

Boy Name #215 Most Popular Steady 2 Syllables

Welsh legendary roots, adopted celebrity flair — a powerfully modern choice

American Welsh English

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Meaning & Origin

"son of Madoc"

Origin: Welsh

Language: English

"fortunate, good"

Origin: Welsh (Madog)

Language: English

The Story of Maddox

Maddox is an Anglicized Welsh surname derived from 'ap Madoc' meaning 'son of Madoc'. Madoc (or Madog) is an old Welsh name meaning 'fortunate' or 'good', from the Welsh root 'mad' (good, fortunate). There is a famous Welsh legend of Prince Madoc, who supposedly sailed to America in 1170, centuries before Columbus. As a first name, Maddox is almost entirely an American innovation of the early 2000s.

Maddox surged in 2003 when Angelina Jolie adopted her son Maddox Chivan from Cambodia. The high-profile adoption brought the surname-name into mainstream use, and it has remained in the US top 300 for boys ever since. Jolie's decision to use a Western surname that also had Khmer resonance made Maddox feel worldly and distinctive.

In Welsh heritage, Madoc holds legendary status as a mythical explorer. The legend of Prince Madoc sailed to America was used by the British in the 18th century to claim prior discovery of the Americas, though historians consider it mythology.

Fun Facts

Maddox Jolie-Pitt (born 2001) was adopted by Angelina Jolie, making Maddox a recognizable celebrity name
The legendary Welsh Prince Madog ab Owain Gwynedd supposedly reached America in 1170, inspiring Welsh-American legends of 'Welsh Indians'
Maddox entered the US top 500 for the first time in 2003, the year after Jolie adopted her son

Maddox in Other Languages

Welsh Madoc/Madog

French Maddox

English Maddox

Spanish Maddox

Japanese マドックス

Famous People Named Maddox

Maddox Jolie-Pitt

Other

2001

Son of Angelina Jolie, adopted from Cambodia; his name launch Maddox into popular baby name use

Prince Madoc of Wales

Explorer

Legendary 12th-century Welsh prince said to have sailed to America before Columbus, inspiring the 'Welsh Indians' legend

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2
Popularity Rank: #215
Total SSA Count: 1,665
Cultural Origins: American Welsh English
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: Moderate

Alternative Spellings

Madden #690 Maddux #1395 Maddix #2152 Maddex #3228

Common Nicknames

Maddy Mad

Pairs Well With

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

Sibling Names

Knox Beckett Ryder Sloane Quinn Harper

Also a Girl Name

Maddox is also used as a girl name, ranked #2158.

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Similar Names

Maddox Maddex

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Frequently Asked Questions About Maddox

What does the name Maddox mean?

"son of Madoc" (from Welsh). "fortunate, good" (from Welsh (Madog)). Maddox is an Anglicized Welsh surname derived from 'ap Madoc' meaning 'son of Madoc'. Madoc (or Madog) is an old Welsh name meaning 'fortunate' or 'good', from the Welsh root 'mad' (good, fortunate). There is a famous Welsh legend of Prince Madoc, who supposedly sailed to America in 1170, centuries before Columbus. As a first name, Maddox is almost entirely an American innovation of the early 2000s.

What is the origin of the name Maddox?

Maddox has Welsh, Welsh (Madog), American, and English origins. In Welsh, it means "son of Madoc". In Welsh (Madog), it means "fortunate, good".

Is Maddox a boy or girl name?

Maddox is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #215. As a girl name, it is ranked #2158. Maddox is more commonly used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Maddox?

Maddox is pronounced m-AD-uhks.

How popular is the name Maddox?

Maddox is currently ranked #215 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Maddox?

Common nicknames for Maddox include Maddy and Mad.

What are good middle names for Maddox?

Popular middle name pairings include Maddox James, Maddox Lee, Maddox Cole, Maddox Alexander, Maddox Thomas, and Maddox William.

What are good sibling names for Maddox?

Names that pair well with Maddox as siblings include Knox, Beckett, Ryder, Sloane, Quinn, and Harper.

How many syllables does Maddox have?

Maddox has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.

Is Maddox a common or rare name?

Maddox is a popular name, ranked #215 for boys. It is well-known without being overused.

About the Name Maddox

Maddox is a boy name with American, Welsh, and English origins . The name means "son of Madoc" in Welsh .

Is Maddox a boy or girl name? Maddox is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #215 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #2,158. Maddox is more commonly used as a boy name.

Maddox is currently ranked #215 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Maddox has 2 syllables and is pronounced m-AD-uhks, making it easy to pronounce and remember.

Common nicknames for Maddox include Maddy and Mad. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Maddox include Madden, Maddux, Maddix, Maddex . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.