Maddox is a distinctive boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #1962 in 2003 with 7 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2024 with 172 births ranking #271. In 2003, approximately 1 in every 42,790 boys born was named Maddox. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Maddox comes from a Welsh surname meaning son of Madoc. It has a bold, modern feel but is built on older Welsh roots.
The name entered wider first-name use through the modern trend for surnames as given names. Its strong sound helped it rise quickly in English-speaking countries.