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What does the baby name Madigan mean? Learn about what Madigan means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Madigan - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Madigan
M-A-D-I-G-A-N, is a 7-letter male given name.
Meaning of Madigan
Dog, mastiff.
Origin of Madigan
The name 'Madigan' is of Irish origin. It is derived from the Irish surname Mac Aodhagáin, which means 'son of Aodhagán'. Aodhagán is a diminutive form of Aodh, an old Irish name meaning 'fire' or 'fiery one.'
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Popularity of Madigan
The name 'Madigan' is not among the most popular names in the United States. It has remained relatively uncommon throughout the years. According to data from the Social Security Administration, 'Madigan' has not ranked within the top 1,000 names for boys in recent decades.
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Etymology of Madigan

The name 'Madigan' is derived from the Irish surname Mac Aodhagáin. The prefix 'Mac' means 'son of', while 'Aodhagáin' is a patronymic surname derived from the given name Aodhagán. The name Aodhagán is a diminutive form of Aodh, which means 'fire' or 'fiery one' in Irish.

Cultural Significance of Madigan

In Irish culture, surnames hold great significance as they often indicate a person's lineage and family history. The surname Mac Aodhagáin, from which the name 'Madigan' is derived, has roots in ancient Gaelic Ireland. It signifies a connection to the Aodhagáin clan, which held prominence in certain regions of Ireland.