Name · Sound · Chart fit
Madison
Numerology, Saju and astrology notes for the name Madison
- Syllables
- 3
- U.S. rank
- #24
- Given to
- Mostly girls
With 325,671 recorded births since 2000, Madison ranks number 24 among U.S. names.
How Madison sounds
A three-syllable name, Madison often sounds a little more formal and lends itself to a short nickname. Madison ends on a nasal sound, which gives it a warm, humming finish. Spoken aloud, Madison is smooth and melodic, with the softness the sound-element scheme calls water. Madison is among the most common names in recent U.S. birth records, so it will feel familiar to almost everyone. U.S. birth records list Madison overwhelmingly for girls.
The Saju view
The opening of Madison falls in the water group of the sound-element table, because it is a lip sound. Madison is a fire name in the sound-element table, which is why it ranks near the top for charts that lack fire. Because fire feeds earth in the cycle of generation, Madison can also help a chart that is short on earth, though less directly. A chart that already holds plenty of fire is better served by another name, since Madison would add to it.
Fire soundOpens on water
The astrology view
Madison ranks highest in charts led by water, which means the signs Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces. Charts led by Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn come next. Charts led by fire and air signs hear the water sound of Madison as a contrast, so it ranks lower there.
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Numerology, for reference
In Pythagorean numerology the letters of Madison total 3, an Expression number tied to expression, creativity and joy. Numerologists link the number 3 with expression: creativity, humor and an easy way with words. Counting only the vowels, Madison comes to 7, the number numerologists connect with understanding. In numerology the number 7 stands for reflection, which is tied to study, privacy and a search for deeper understanding. The consonants of Madison add up to a Personality number of 5, linked with an outward manner that is lively and adventurous. Numerologists link the number 5 with change: curiosity, travel and a need for freedom and variety.
Names that share its fire sound
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