Stable DeclineGradual decline from 2001#40 girls’ name in 2025
Peak era
2001
Peak births
22,166
Current vitality
Healthy
Peak generation
Gen Z
1970Peak 20012025
Quick answers about Madison
How many people are named Madison?
An estimated 415,272 living Americans are named Madison.
How rare is Madison?
Madison is moderately uncommon among babies today, with 4,945 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 77.7% from its 2001 peak. It was the #40 girls’ name in 2025.
How old is the typical Madison?
The median age of a living American named Madison is approximately 21 years, with most bearers falling between 14 and 26 years old.
Is Madison still popular?
Somewhat. Madison has been declining since its 2001 peak and registered 4,945 births in 2025.
Peak year
2001
Decline from peak
77.7%
2025
4,945
All-time
419,806
Diaspora map
Madison broke out in Colorado, Iowa, Missouri, North Carolina, Oklahoma, and Utah (1986) and became over-represented in 37 states over 38 years.
Broke out: Colorado, Iowa, Missouri, North Carolina, Oklahoma, and Utah, 1986 · over-represented in 37 states over 38 years
