Holding steady.
Popularity of Madie since 1880
Babies named Madie per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1915, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Madie's real moment was 1902.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 123 |
| 1890s | 218 |
| 1900s | 399 |
| 1910s | 743 |
| 1920s | 713 |
| 1930s | 407 |
| 1940s | 235 |
| 1950s | 124 |
| 1960s | 59 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 12 |
| 2000s | 84 |
| 2010s | 46 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Madie is a diminutive spelling of Maddy, most often associated with Madeline or Madison. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1880, but usage has always been sparse. The peak year for Madie was 1902, after which it declined steadily. Despite its rarity, the name has remained in occasional use, showing a stable trajectory over the decades. Because it never entered the top 1000, birth counts are extremely low, typically under five per year. The spelling Madie is a less common variant compared to Maddie or Maddy, which are more widely recognized. The name's simplicity and friendly sound make it a sweet choice for parents seeking an uncommon but familiar nickname-style name.
Madie is a diminutive or variant spelling of Maddy, itself a pet form of Madeline or Madison. Madeline derives from the French Madeleine, which comes from the Greek Magdalene, meaning 'of Magdala,' a town on the Sea of Galilee. The name has been used as a standalone given name since the 19th century, particularly in the United States.
“Madie” around the world
Where Madie lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
15
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Madie
Names that share Madie's style, for a brother or sister.
