Madison
English · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Madison
Madison originates from the English surname "Madde's son," derived from the Middle English given name Madde (a diminutive of Matthew), combined with the patronymic suffix "-son," meaning "son of Madde." The name literally translates to "son of Matthew" and has Germanic linguistic roots through its connection to the name Matthew, which comes from the Hebrew Mattityahu.
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Etymology
Madison originates from the English surname "Madde's son," derived from the Middle English given name Madde (a diminutive of Matthew), combined with the patronymic suffix "-son," meaning "son of Madde." The name literally translates to "son of Matthew" and has Germanic linguistic roots through its connection to the name Matthew, which comes from the Hebrew Mattityahu.
The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in the United States where it became popular as a given name for girls in the late 20th century, partly influenced by the 1984 film "Splash" and the character Madison; it has no significant religious association beyond the biblical connection of its root name Matthew.
Madison currently ranks #40 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2001.
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