Madison in Chinese
Madison in Chinese is 麦迪逊 (Mài Dí Xùn).
- Origin
- English
- Meaning
- son of Maud; mighty in battle
The name traces back to English sources, where it is usually explained as "son of Maud; mighty in battle". It first shows up in US Social Security records in 1970 and peaked in 2001.
3 ways to write Madison
phonetic
Following the sound of your name
麦迪逊
Mài Dí Xùn
The standard transliteration of Madison: 麦 (mài, "wheat"), 迪 (dí, "to enlighten, guide"), 逊 (xùn, "modest, humble"). Chosen for sound, it is instantly recognizable as this name.
Why these characters?
Syllable by syllable: 麦 (mài) carries "ma", 迪 (dí) carries "di", 逊 (xùn) carries "son". The tone contour is 4-2-4 (falling, rising, falling).
Character breakdown
25 strokes total (simplified)- 麦
mài
Tone 4 · 7 strokes (simplified)
wheat
- 迪
dí
Tone 2 · 9 strokes (simplified)
to enlighten, guide
- 逊
xùn
Tone 4 · 9 strokes (simplified)
modest, humble
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meaningful
Chosen for meaning and association
毅宁
Yì Níng
Inspired by "son of Maud; mighty in battle": 毅 (yì, "resolute, persevering") + 宁 (níng, "peaceful, tranquil"), expressing strength and courage.
Why these characters?
毅 (resolute, persevering) answers the "mighty" in Madison's meaning, and 宁 (peaceful, tranquil) rounds it off as a typical ending for girls' names.
Character breakdown
20 strokes total (simplified)- 毅
yì
Tone 4 · 15 strokes (simplified)
resolute, persevering
- 宁
níng
Tone 2 · 5 strokes (simplified)
peaceful, tranquil
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balanced
A balance of sound and meaning
健毅
Jiàn Yì
健 (jiàn, "healthy, vigorous") + 毅 (yì, "resolute, persevering"): a natural Chinese given name themed on strength and courage.
Why these characters?
No attractive character closely matches "ma" (mài), so 健 ("healthy, vigorous") and 毅 ("resolute, persevering") were chosen for strength and courage.
Character breakdown
25 strokes total (simplified)- 健
jiàn
Tone 4 · 10 strokes (simplified)
healthy, vigorous
- 毅
yì
Tone 4 · 15 strokes (simplified)
resolute, persevering
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Recent US usage of Madison
In the Social Security Administration’s 2020–2025 snapshot, Madison ranked 34 among names recorded for girls, with 32,429 registrations in that group across the period. These are US birth-name records, rather than search counts or a ranking of Chinese names. The period covers part of a decade; it is not a final ranking for the whole 2020s.
Compare the dated figures in the SSA’s official 2020s name table. This snapshot was checked on 2026-10-15; any historical figures on this page describe their own stated period.
Popularity in the US
US Social Security records show 373,651 girls named Madison since 1970, with the high point in 2001 (22,164 births) and the busiest decade being the 2000s. Between 1990 and 2017 it climbed, from #203 to #17 among girls.
- Peak year
- 2001
- Peak decade
- 2000s
- First year
- 1970
- Total since 1880
- 373,651
More About Madison in Chinese
The Chinese translation of Madison offers multiple styles to suit different preferences. Whether you prefer a phonetic transliteration that sounds like your name, or a meaningful interpretation that captures the essence of Madison, you'll find options that work for you.
If you're exploring Chinese names for girls, you might also be interested in Emma in Chinese, Hannah in Chinese, and Olivia in Chinese. Each name has its own unique character combinations and meanings.
Other popular choices include Megan in Chinese, Rachel in Chinese, and Brittany in Chinese, each with beautiful traditional and simplified character options.
When choosing Chinese characters for Madison, consider whether you want:
- Phonetic accuracy: Characters that sound like Madison to native Chinese speakers
- Meaningful symbolism: Characters chosen for their beautiful meanings and cultural significance
- Balanced approach: A combination of sound and meaning that works well in both languages
Browse our complete A-Z index of Chinese names to explore more options, or start with our curated list of popular names in Chinese to see what others are choosing.
Frequently asked questions
How is Madison translated into Chinese?
麦迪逊 (Mài Dí Xùn), or 麥迪遜 in traditional script. This is the conventional transliteration used in Chinese media.
Is there a Chinese name for Madison with real meaning?
Try 毅宁 (Yì Níng): resolute, persevering + peaceful, tranquil, inspired by "son of Maud; mighty in battle". For something that still sounds like Madison, 健毅 (Jiàn Yì) is a middle ground.
Is Madison written differently in traditional Chinese?
Yes: 麦迪逊 becomes 麥迪遜; the changed characters are 麦→麥, 逊→遜. Use traditional for Taiwan or Hong Kong audiences.