Fortunate or beneficent
Derived from the Welsh word 'mad', meaning fortunate or good. It is a traditional Welsh name with deep historical roots, often associated with legendary figures and maritime exploration.
Less common today
Madoc isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,448 in 2016.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Legendary Welsh prince said to have discovered America in 1170
The High King of Elfhame's general and foster father · The Folk of the Air series
