How Many People Are Named Madden?
Complete statistics for the name Madden: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Madden means 'battle' in Irish and it's very rare, with only 8,589 people bearing this name in the US today, making up just 1 in 38,421 Americans. Almost all of them are under 30, which makes it a truly modern name.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life path number 5 represents freedom, adventure, and change.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 11All 8,662 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2012Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Slowly rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Madden Through the Generations
Madden has seen a steady rise in popularity since its peak in 2012 when there were 538 births. With an average age of 11, it's clear that the majority of people named Madden are part of the younger generation. The name's current trend suggests it's becoming increasingly popular among parents looking for a unique yet strong moniker for their children.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Madden's Irish roots
📄 About the Name Madden
How Many People Have the Name Madden?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 34,170 people in the United States currently share the name Madden. That works out to roughly 1 in every 9,700 Americans, placing it in the Uncommon category.
Is Madden a Common or Rare Name?
Madden is classified as Uncommon. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Madden Mean?
Madden means "battle" and comes from Irish origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Madden in SSA data, approximately 84% are male and 16% are female.
When Was Madden Most Popular?
The name Madden reached peak popularity in 2012, with 538 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Madden?
Approximately 34,170 people named Madden live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 34,170. That works out to roughly 1 in 9,700 Americans.
Is Madden a rare name?
Madden is classified as Uncommon in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 9,700 Americans has this name.
What does the name Madden mean?
Madden means "battle" and comes from Irish origins.
Is Madden more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 84% of people named Madden are male and 16% are female.
When was Madden most popular?
Madden peaked in 2012 with 538 births that year. Current trend: Slowly rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.