November 28

National Madison Day

It's time to celebrate all the amazing Madisons out there on National Madison Day! Show your love for these special people with a shoutout or thoughtful gift.

Yearly Date

November 28

Observed

Internationally

Introduction

Get ready to celebrate all the Madisons out there on November 28 for National Madison Day! This special day is dedicated to everyone with the name "Madison", which has been a popular choice for baby names since the late 1980s. The name itself has a rich history, originating from Old English and meaning "son of Matthew". But on this day, we're not just celebrating the name – we're also celebrating all the amazing individuals who bear it. So if you know someone named Madison, be sure to give them some extra love and recognition on this special holiday!

National Madison Day Timeline

1984

Madison Enters Top 100 Names

The baby name Madison enters the top 100 most popular names in the United States.

1992

Popularity Spell of Madison

Madison jumps up to rank as the 29th most popular name for girls in the US.

1997

Madison Peaks in Popularity

Madison soars in popularity, becoming the second most common name for newborn girls in the US.

2003

Madison Slips

Despite a small decline, Madison remains in the top 10 most popular names for girls.

2018

Unisex Appeal of Madison

Though predominantly female, Madison grows as a gender-neutral name option.

2021

National Madison Day

November 28 is celebrated as National Madison Day, honoring everyone named Madison.

How to Celebrate National Madison Day

1 Host a Madison-themed party

Invite all your friends named Madison to a party celebrating their name! Decorate with Madison-inspired decorations and have fun creating Madison-themed snacks and drinks.

2 Create a Madison Day playlist

Gather all the songs with "Madison" in the title or lyrics and make a playlist to listen to throughout the day. Encourage others with the name to add their favorite Madison songs too!

3 Share your favorite memories of Madisons

Take some time to reflect on all the amazing Madisons you know and share your favorite memories of them. This can be done in person or on social media using the hashtag #MadisonDay.

4 Volunteer or donate in honor of Madisons

Find a local charity or organization that supports a cause close to your heart and volunteer or donate in honor of all the amazing Madisons out there.

5 Send a handwritten letter to a Madison you know

In this digital age, receiving a handwritten letter is a special and thoughtful gesture. Take the time to write a heartfelt letter to a Madison you know and let them know how much they mean to you.

Why We Love National Madison Day

It's a day to celebrate our loved ones

National Madison Day is a chance for us to show our appreciation for all the Madisons in our lives. It's a day to honor and celebrate the people with this name who bring joy, love, and laughter into our lives.

Madison is a strong and beautiful name

The name Madison has a powerful meaning - "son of Matthew" or "gift of God". It's also the name of a beautiful city in Wisconsin. National Madison Day is a great opportunity to acknowledge the significance and beauty of this name.

We can use this day to bond with others who share the name

On National Madison Day, we can connect with others who have the same name as us or our loved ones. It's a chance to form new friendships and create a sense of community among those who share this special name.