Maddyx
Primarily a girl's name of Welsh origin with 222 recorded births. Also given to 203 boys.
Meaning & Origin
Fewer than 222 Americans have ever been named Maddyx. It first appeared in SSA records in 2005 and peaked modestly at 21 births in 2016 — rare enough to be distinctive, with just enough history to feel grounded.
In the most recent SSA release, Maddyx ranks #12896 among U.S. girl names — distinctive enough to stand out.
Maddyx is a boy's and girl's baby name of Welsh origin, a variant spelling of Maddox, from the Welsh Madog, meaning 'fortunate, generous.' Like Maddox and Maddax, this spelling rides the wave of popularity that the name gained after Angelina Jolie used it in 2002. The -yx ending gives it a sharp, modern visual edge while keeping the robust Welsh-rooted sound.
EtymologyShow more
Maddyx first shows up in U.S. Social Security records in 2005. A twenty-first-century entry, Maddyx belongs to the newest generation of American names — often coined, blended, or borrowed from international sources.
Its Welsh classification suggests a path from welsh linguistic traditions into American usage, though the specific route — whether through immigration, literature, or cultural exchange — would require deeper historical research.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Maddyx has 20+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2005.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 60 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 130 | ▲ |
| 2000s | 32 | — |
The Story of Maddyx
A Gen Alpha name
Peaking in 2016, Maddyx is a fresh, modern favorite. Girls named Maddyx are most likely born between 2006 and 2024.
How rare is Maddyx?
Only about 1 in every 514,286 babies born in 2024 was named Maddyx — a truly uncommon choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2005, peaked in the 2010s with 130 births that decade, and has gracefully settled into a quieter chapter.
Maddyx by the numbers
- Would fill 5 school buses
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(20 years, 2005–2024)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 7 | #12896 |
| 2023 | 16 | #7119 |
| 2022 | 9 | #10889 |
| 2021 | 14 | #7872 |
| 2020 | 14 | #7802 |
| 2019 | 14 | #7990 |
| 2018 | 16 | #7280 |
| 2017 | 13 | #8591 |
| 2016 | 21 | #6101 |
| 2015 | 8 | #12531 |
| 2014 | 9 | #11563 |
| 2013 | 12 | #9386 |
| 2012 | 14 | #8468 |
| 2011 | 15 | #8042 |
| 2010 | 8 | #12998 |
| 2009 | 10 | #11171 |
| 2008 | 6 | #16681 |
| 2007 | 5 | #19375 |
| 2006 | 5 | #18934 |
| 2005 | 6 | #15674 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
Maddyx as a Boy's Name
Maddyx is a true unisex name. As a boy's name, it has 203 recorded births since 2006.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2005–2024