Fortunate or benevolent
Maddoc is a variant of the Welsh name Madoc or Madog. It is derived from the Old Welsh word 'mad', which translates to 'fortunate' or 'good'. In Welsh legend, Madoc was a prince who reportedly discovered America centuries before Columbus.
Less common today
Maddoc isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,010 in 2011.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Legendary Welsh prince who allegedly sailed to America in 1170
The High King of Elfhame's general and foster father · The Folk of the Air series
