Maddox is a unisex name of Welsh origin, which means "benefactor" or "son of Maddock". It was originally a surname, but has gained popularity as a first name in recent years. Maddox has been used as a given name since the 19th century, but it became more widely known in the early 2000s when Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt named their son Maddox. The name has a strong and confident sound to it, making it a popular choice for parents looking for a unique and modern name for their child.
Maddox rank report (US ranking for newborns 2021)
- Rank 170. Jesus
- Rank 171. Emiliano
- Rank 172. Messiah
- Rank 173. Gavin
- Rank 174. Maddox
- Rank 175. Camden
- Rank 176. Hayden
- Rank 177. Leon
- Rank 178. Antonio
Nicknames for Maddox
| Maddy | MAD-ee | A shortened version of the name Maddox. |
| Max | maks | A common nickname for Maddox, using the last syllable of the name. |
| Dox | doks | A shortened version of the last syllable of the name Maddox. |
| Maxie | MAK-see | A playful nickname for Maddox, using the last syllable of the name with an -ie suffix. |
Famous people named Maddox
| Maddox Jolie-Pitt | Celebrity child | Son of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt |
| Maddox Ritch | Missing child | Disappeared from a park in North Carolina in 2018 |
| Maddox Lawrence | Musician | Lead guitarist for the band The Lawrence Arms |
| Maddox Derkosh | Victim | Killed by African painted dogs at Pittsburgh Zoo in 2012 |
| Maddox Whittaker | Actor | Appeared in the film "The Shack" (2017) |
| Maddox Ssematimba | Politician | Ugandan Member of Parliament for Mawokota North constituency |
Fictional character called Maddox from pop culture
| Maddox | Star Trek: The Next Generation | Chief engineer of the USS Enterprise-D |
| Maddox | Angel | Member of the demon-hunting team, Angel Investigations |
| Maddox Donner | Defying Gravity | Commander of the Antares mission to explore the solar system |
| Maddox Hadder | The Mentalist | Suspect in a murder case investigated by Patrick Jane |
| Maddox | The Walking Dead | Savior lieutenant who leads an attack on Hilltop |
| Maddox | NCIS | Marine who is suspected of murdering his own family |
| Maddox | The Vampire Diaries | Member of the Travelers, a group of witches and warlocks |
| Maddox Bishop | Grey's Anatomy | Patient who undergoes a risky surgery to remove a tumor |
| Maddox | The Blacklist | Member of a hacker collective that targets the FBI |
| Maddox | CSI: Miami | Drug dealer who is killed in a drive-by shooting. |
Frequently Asked Questions about Maddox
| What is the origin of the name Maddox? | The name Maddox has Welsh origins. |
| What is the meaning of the name Maddox? | The name Maddox means "son of Madoc" or "fortunate" in Welsh. |
| Is Maddox a popular name? | Maddox has gained popularity in recent years, especially in the United States. |
| Is Maddox a unisex name? | Maddox is primarily a boy's name, but it can also be used for girls. |
| Are there any famous people with the name Maddox? | Yes, Maddox Jolie-Pitt is the son of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt. |
| What are some similar names to Maddox? | Similar names to Maddox include Maddoc, Maddux, and Maddock. |
| What are some middle names that go well with Maddox? | Middle names that go well with Maddox include James, Alexander, and William. |