Madison
Meaning: Son of Matthew; son of Maud
Origin: English surname — a variant of Mathieson (son of Matthew) or Maddison
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #116
Total births: 4,563
History: Madison surged in the 2000s as an American-influenced name embraced in Australia. The name represents the cultural exchange between Australia and America. Madison shows how Australian naming absorbs international trends while making them feel local.
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| Current rank (2018) | #89 |
| Babies named Madison in 2018 | 79 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 4,563 |
| Peak year | 2000 (255 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #18 |
| Years in records | 1993–2018 (26 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 47 spots |
Frequently asked about Madison
What does the name Madison mean?
Madison means “Son of Matthew; son of Maud” from English surname — a variant of Mathieson (son of Matthew) or Maddison roots.
What is the origin of the name Madison?
Madison has English surname — a variant of Mathieson (son of Matthew) or Maddison origin. The traditional meaning is “Son of Matthew; son of Maud”.
How popular is Madison in Australia?
Madison ranked #89 in Australia in 2018 — given to 79 babies that year.
When was Madison most popular?
Madison peaked in 2000 with 255 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Madison a boy or girl name?
Madison is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Madisons in registered births are female.
Is the name Madison rising or falling in popularity?
Madison has fallen 47 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #42 in 2013 to #89 in 2018.
How long has Madison been recorded in Australia?
Madison appears in birth records in Australia across 26 years — from 1993 through 2018.