Origin and Meaning of Maddon
Meaning & Origin
A variant of the name 'Madden', which is of Irish origin meaning 'little dog' or 'descendant of the suitable one'.
Origin: Irish - Derived from the Gaelic surname 'Ó Madáin', which means 'descendant of Madán', where 'mad' refers to a dog.
Interesting Facts
- Maddon has gained popularity as a given name, especially in recent years, thanks in part to the influence of sports figures, such as professional baseball player Joe Maddon.
- Maddon is commonly used in the United States and has seen a rise in usage as a unique alternative to more traditional names like Madden or Michael.
- Notable bearer is Joe Maddon, the former manager of the Chicago Cubs, recognized for leading the team to their first World Series title in 108 years in 2016.
- Maddon has appeared in the U.S. Top 1000 list of names in certain years, showing a growing trend of parents looking for modern and distinctive names.
- Variations of Maddon include Madden, which is also popular as a surname and name, particularly in reference to the famous video game series 'Madden NFL'.