Holding steady.
Popularity of Madell since 1904
Babies named Madell per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1924, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Madell's real moment was 1904.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 10 |
| 1910s | 42 |
| 1920s | 73 |
| 1930s | 16 |
| 1940s | 6 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Madell is an exceptionally rare name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1904, the same year it reached its peak usage. It has never ranked among the top 1000 names, and its one-in-N likelihood of encountering a newborn named Madell effectively approaches zero. The trajectory has remained stable with minimal use across the decades. The name appears to be a variant of more common names like Madeline or Matthew, but its exact etymology is uncertain. No top states are associated with this name, suggesting it is scattered across the country. Parents considering Madell might appreciate its vintage sound and resemblance to Madeline, but should be aware of its rarity.
Madell is a rare given name, likely a variant or diminutive form of Madeline, which itself derives from Magdalen, a name from the Hebrew 'Magdala' meaning 'tower.' Alternatively, it may be related to the Old English 'Madel' as a short form of names like Matthew, where 'Matt' softened to 'Mad.' Usage has been sporadic, with minimal recorded instances in the early 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Maddie, Dell
Variants: Madelle, Madal
Sibling names for Madell
Names that share Madell's style, for a brother or sister.
