Mads
Meaning: Gift of God
Origin: Hebrew (via Danish)
Gender: Boy
Rank in Denmark: #2
Total births: 24,694
History: Mads is the Danish form of Matthew/Matthias. It is one of the most characteristically Danish names, borne by actor Mads Mikkelsen.
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Look at the data
Every number here comes directly from Denmark’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2024) | #22 |
| Babies named Mads in 2024 | 100 |
| Total recorded in Denmark | 24,694 |
| Peak year | 1997 (1,167 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #1 |
| Years in records | 1985–2024 (40 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 8 spots |
Frequently asked about Mads
What does the name Mads mean?
Mads means “Gift of God” from Hebrew (via Danish) roots.
What is the origin of the name Mads?
Mads has Hebrew (via Danish) origin. The traditional meaning is “Gift of God”.
How popular is Mads in Denmark?
Mads ranked #22 in Denmark in 2024 — given to 100 babies that year.
When was Mads most popular?
Mads peaked in 1997 with 1,167 babies registered that year in Denmark.
Is Mads a boy or girl name?
Mads is predominantly a boys' name in Denmark — over 90% of Madss in registered births are male.
How long has Mads been recorded in Denmark?
Mads appears in birth records in Denmark across 40 years — from 1985 through 2024.