Find out how popular the first name Madisin has been for the last 15 years (from 1998 to 2012) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Madisin by gender

Based on the last 15 years of data, Madisin is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2012, there were 7 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Madisin.

The history of the first name Madisin

The given name Madisin is a variant spelling of the name Madison, which has its origins in the Old English surname "Maddi's son." This patronymic surname referred to the son of a man named Maddi or Maddy, which were medieval diminutive forms of the name Matthew. The name Matthew derives from the Hebrew name Mattityahu, meaning "gift of Yahweh."

In the early 17th century, the spelling Madison began appearing in English records. One of the earliest known bearers of the surname was Captain Isaac Madison, who was born in Virginia in 1638. The name gained prominence with the fame of President James Madison, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States and the fourth President, serving from 1809 to 1817.

While the name Madison has been used as a given name for both males and females, the variant spelling Madisin is predominantly a feminine name. It is believed that this spelling emerged as a unique way to feminize the traditionally masculine name. However, there are no definitive records of the first use of the spelling Madisin as a given name.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Madisin was Madisin Jane Lowe, an American actress born in 1947. Another notable bearer of the name was Madisin Prentice, an American volleyball player who competed in the 2008 Summer Olympics.

Other historical figures with the name Madisin include Madisin Rae, an American singer-songwriter born in 1996, and Madisin Muse-Ingram, an American professional basketball player born in 1994. Additionally, Madisin Demarco, an American model and actress, gained recognition for her work in the early 2000s.

While the name Madisin is not found in ancient texts or religious scriptures, its connection to the name Matthew and its Hebrew roots add a layer of historical significance. The unique spelling sets it apart as a modern twist on a traditional name, allowing it to stand out while still maintaining its linguistic heritage.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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