Girl Name · Greek Origin
Madge
Madge is a girl baby name of Greek origin, meaning "Pearl". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Madge often also consider Midge.
Madge meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Pearl
Origin: Greek naming roots help connect Madge to related Greek baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Madge as M·A·D·G·E, with 5 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Madge is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Madge variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Madgea, Madgee, Madgey, Madg.
- Nicknames: Mad and M.
- Middle names: Pair Madge with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Madge middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Midge, Maddox, Mathis, Matias, Mitzi — full picks on the sibling names for Madge guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Madge? Browse our names like Madge guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Madge
What does the name Madge mean?
Madge means "Pearl" and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Madge?
Madge originates in Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Madge?
Madge has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Madge a boy's or girl's name?
Madge is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Madge in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Madge sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Madge?
Names that share Madge's sound and style include Midge, Maddox, Mathis, Matias, Mitzi.
What middle names pair well with Madge?
Good middle-name fits for Madge pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Madge is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Madge is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Madge?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Madge share its rhythm without rhyming — Midge, Maddox, Mathis all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.