US Popularity:8099
Origin:Scandinavian
Other Origin(s):Hebrew
Meaning:Gift of God
Mads is a boy's given name of Scandinavian origin. It is a diminutive of the Hebrew name Matthew meaning "gift of God." Danish actor Mads Mikkelsen has certainly turned the Hollywood spotlights on this unusual boy's name. As standout, one-of-a-kind titles go, it would be Mads not to consider this Scandinavian gem for your precious baby boy!
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Mads Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Mads is currently #4875 on The Bump
Boy:Mads is currently #1600 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Mads is currently #8099 in U.S. births
Boy:Mads is currently #2859 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

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2023
#8099
in 2023
+ 1065
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data

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