Trying to find a name for your little girl that is not so common that there are 10 kids called it in their class can be tough. Madison was once an extremely popular name but has fallen out of favor in the last few years.
This does mean that there is less chance of the name being overused. But if you have decided on Madison for a first name, you now have the job of finding the perfect middle name to complement it.
We have put together some of our favorite, unique, and beautiful middle names that are just perfect for Madison. Have a browse and see if anything takes your fancy.
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What Does The Name Madison Mean
Madison is a girl’s name of English origin and means son of Matthew.
Madison originated as an English surname, a variant of Mathieson which means son of Matthew. It can also be translated as son of Maud, this is because historically Maddy was a nickname for Maud.
It was introduced as a first name in the 1984 movie Splash, where the main character takes her name from New York’s Madison Avenue street sign.
Middle Names For Madison
- Madison Aldine
- Madison Allegro
- Madison Anais
- Madison Anouk
- Madison Aphrodite
- Madison Arya
- Madison Avalon
- Madison Avery
- Madison Bay
- Madison Blake
- Madison Bliss
- Madison Blythe
- Madison Briar
- Madison Brielle
- Madison Cameo
- Madison Capri
- Madison Cecile
- Madison Celine
- Madison Cerise
- Madison Cia
- Madison Clarice
- Madison Colette
- Madison Coral
- Madison Cruise
- Madison Dakota
- Madison Danit
- Madison Della
- Madison Delphine
- Madison Deneb
- Madison Devine
- Madison Dove
- Madison Echo
- Madison Eden
- Madison Elein
- Madison Emma
- Madison Everest
- Madison Eyre
- Madison Farrah
- Madison Fayre
- Madison Fern
- Madison Firth
- Madison Fleur
- Madison Garland
- Madison Genisis
- Madison Georgia
- Madison Greer
- Madison Harmony
- Madison Imani
- Madison Indigo
- Madison Ione
- Madison Ireland
- Madison Isa
- Madison Isle
- Madison Isla
- Madison Jet
- Madison Josie
- Madison Journey
- Madison Juniper
- Madison July
- Madison Keva
- Madison Kit
- Madison Lark
- Madison Layla
- Madison Lexi
- Madison Liv
- Madison Lumi
- Madison Luna
- Madison Lux
- Madison Lyric
- Madison Maisie
- Madison Maple
- Madison Marais
- Madison Maude
- Madison Meadow
- Madison Miel
- Madison Monroe
- Madison Nalia
- Madison Oakley
- Madison Paige
- Madison Pax
- Madison Penelope
- Madison Poe
- Madison Quince
- Madison Quinn
- Madison Rain
- Madison Raven
- Madison Reese
- Madison Reeve
- Madison Regan
- Madison River
- Madison Roisin
- Madison Sage
- Madison Saturn
- Madison Savvy
- Madison Soleil
- Madison Tamar
- Madison Tenley
- Madison Trinity
- Madison True
- Madison Vale
- Madison Zaylee
Finding The Right Middle Name
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For many parents finding that perfect middle name is just as important as finding the first name.
While other parents allow themselves to have a little more fun when choosing as they feel, the middle name is slightly less important as it is not a name that your child will use every day.
But with that said, do not let the wrong middle name take away from all your hard work of finding the perfect first name.
If you really fancy a challenge, you could go for two middle names. In the US, you’re only legally required to have a first name and a surname on your birth certificate. Anything after that is simply down to personal choice.
Where To Look For Inspiration
As it’s been said most people do not use their middle name on a daily basis so you can take a step away from the more traditional names and opt for something that is a little more weird and wacky.
Here are a few ideas of where to look for some inspiration for a middle name if you are running out of ideas.
Family Tradition
The most common place to start is with your own family. Many families have a tradition of passing down a middle name from one generation to another or choosing a middle name that begins with a certain letter.
While you may decide on a middle name to honor a relative. This could be a grandparent, uncle, or maiden name.
Take a good look into your family history and you’re sure to find a name that is both perfect for your child and connects them to their family past even before they are old enough to understand the connection.
Two Is Better Than One
Maybe you and your partner had a first name choice that was pipped at the post for a variety of reasons.
The middle name may be a way to use that second place first name in your baby’s full name as their middle name. As most first names also make great middle names, there’s nothing to worry about.
Memories Or Place Names
Celebrities are not the only people who can use place names for their children’s names. They are actually very trendy at the moment.
So if you and your partner have a special place that holds some fond memories or a favorite destination, go for it.
What To Be Careful Of When Choosing That Perfect Middle Name
Middle names are an opportunity to be a little wilder and daring with your children’s names. After all, it is not the name that they will be using every day.
This is why you will often find people with some weird and wonderful middle names that their parents just couldn’t justify as a first name. But there are a few things that you need to consider when choosing that perfect middle name:
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Potential For An Unfortunate Nickname
You need to put yourself into the mind of a child and think as they do. If you can think up some cruel and not nice names to tease your child then you bet that any child in the playground can too.
Initials
Remember that your children’s initials will often be written down on display so you need to ensure that they do not spell out any unfortunate words.
With Madison as a first name, there is always the chance that their initials could potentially spell out some less than desirable things.
Flow Of The Entire Name
When you have decided on that perfect first name, along with the perfect middle name and of course you already know the surname, you need to check that it all flows together and is not too clunky when you say it out loud.
If you have any doubts get a second opinion from family and friends and say the full name in the conversation. If the name sounds clunky or you are tripping over your words, there’s a pretty good chance that it is not the right combination of names.
Different Ways To Spell Madison
As we said earlier there are a few different ways to spell Madison. Here are a few of our favorites:
- Madisen
- Madisyn
- Madysonn
- Madysyn
- Madysen
Cute Sibling Names That Go With Madison
If you have more than one child, finding a name that goes well together is another important factor that you may need to consider.
Remember that you will probably say your little one’s names a million times together so it is important that they flow well. Here are a few suggestions for sibling names that work well together.
- Madison and Harley
- Madison and Mackenzie
- Madison and Eden
- Madison and Avery
- Madison and Piper
- Madison and Spencer
- Madison and Hunter
- Madison and Cooper
- Madison and Tate
- Madison and Rhys
The Final Thought
That is the end of our list of over 100 unique middle names for Madison. Hopefully, we have been able to give you some inspiration to find the perfect middle name for your little girl.
