Maude Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Maude has its origins in Old Germanic, meaning 'mighty warrior'. It evolved through various language forms, notably from Māgdalēna to Matilda, then to Maud and finally Maude. It carries traits of strength and nobility, with no direct biblical relevance. The name enjoyed periods of popularity, particularly in medieval and Victorian England, and today it is seen as vintage yet charming.
The name Maude is most popular in North Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Maude has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Maude' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5314th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6773rd out of 6773 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 210th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 538th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1289th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3727th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7105th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10830th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5531st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Maude' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Maude"
Pronunciation
/mɔːd/
Origin
Old Germanic
Etymology
The name Maude is derived from the Old Germanic name 'Māgdalēna', meaning 'strength' or 'mighty warrior'. It is often considered a diminutive form of Matilda.
Meaning
mighty warrior
Language Evolution
Māgdalēna (Old Germanic), Matilda (Old French), Maud (Middle English), Maude (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Maude gained popularity in England during the Middle Ages, particularly due to its association with royalty and nobility, and it saw a resurgence in use during the Victorian era.
Variants & Derivatives
Maud, Matilda, Maddie
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary times, the name Maude is viewed as vintage and charming, often associated with strength and independence, but it is less commonly used compared to its variants.
Famous People
Maude Adams (American actress), Maude Apatow (American actress and writer), Maude Flanders (fictional character from The Simpsons)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Maude"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Maude"
"Maude" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 5314th of 7545 | 25 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6773rd of 6773 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 210th of 9107 | 16,815 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 538th of 9204 | 3,053 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1289th of 12526 | 1,215 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3727th of 19264 | 272 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7105th of 27321 | 166 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 10830th of 35406 | 139 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5531st of 30306 | 277 |
Regional Popularity of "Maude" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Maude" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
21.33% 302nd/1416 |
20.38% 281st/1379 |
7.57% 179th/2366 |
37.92% 433rd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
48.12% 744th/1546 |
36.44% 567th/1556 |
17.17% 404th/2353 |
88.17% 1364th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
73.87% 1645th/2227 |
52.92% 1286th/2430 |
37.33% 1065th/2853 |
92.07% 2555th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
64.52% 4049th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Maude"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Maude" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.