Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Madison.
National Rank (2025)
#40
All-Time Peak Rank
#2 (2001)
Total U.S. Births
419,806
Unisex Distribution1.8% Boy / 98.2% GirlBalance: Overwhelmingly Female
💡 The Madison Vibe: This choice is considered a Modern Trend. A contemporary choice reflecting current cultural naming rhythms and popularity brackets.
📖 The Story Behind Madison
According to SSA data, Madison achieved its highest historical rank of #2 in 2001. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2001 with 22,166 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have decreased by 51.1%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 42 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Madison scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Declining
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
-51.1% Decline
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record22,166Births in 2001
Years in Top 100
33yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
42Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:0
1890s:0
1900s:0
1910s:0
1920s:0
1930s:0
1940s:0
1950s:0
1960s:0
1970s:16
1980s:3,794
1990s:91,907
2000s:193,222
2010s:98,438
2020s:32,429
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesMa-di-son
Letter Count7 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: It is an isogram, meaning no two letters are repeated. Longer than 54.1% of SSA names. Starts with M, a letter used by only 7.6% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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