Maudie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Maudie has its roots in Old German, derived from the name Mahthildis, meaning strength in battle. It evolved through various historical forms including Matilda and Maud. The name conveys traits of resilience and charm. It does not have a biblical connection. The name's popularity surged during the medieval period and has maintained a quaint appeal in modern times.
The name Maudie is most popular in Arkansas, 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 Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Maudie 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, 'Maudie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 349th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 590th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1560th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5122nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13473rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 19592nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11499th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Maudie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Maudie"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɔːdi/
Origin
Old German
Etymology
Maudie is derived from the Old German name 'Mahthildis,' which combines the elements 'māg' meaning 'might' or 'strength' and 'hild' meaning 'battle.'
Meaning
Strength in battle
Language Evolution
Mahthildis, Matilda, Maud, Maudie
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in medieval times, especially in England during the Norman conquest when it was introduced as Matilda. It later evolved into Maud and its diminutive form, Maudie.
Variants & Derivatives
Matilda, Maud, Maddie
Modern Popularity & Image
Maudie is considered a charming and vintage name, often associated with a warm, friendly demeanor. It has seen a modest resurgence in recent years.
Famous People
Maudie Edwards, Canadian folk artist, Maudie McCaskill, American politician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Maudie"
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 "Maudie"
"Maudie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 349th of 9107 | 6,333 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 590th of 9204 | 2,485 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1560th of 12526 | 847 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5122nd of 19264 | 165 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 13473rd of 27321 | 52 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 19592nd of 35406 | 42 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 11499th of 30306 | 94 |
Regional Popularity of "Maudie" 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 "Maudie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
39.12% 554th/1416 |
95.50% 1317th/1379 |
10.48% 248th/2366 |
79.42% 907th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
51.94% 803rd/1546 |
- |
17.04% 401st/2353 |
78.86% 1220th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
87.20% 1942nd/2227 |
100.00% 2430th/2430 |
37.89% 1081st/2853 |
81.08% 2250th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Maudie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Maudie" 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.