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Name Origin

Madison is an English surname that originated as a place name, referring to the town of Madison, Wisconsin. The town itself was named after James Madison, the fourth President of the United States.

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Famous People

Madison Cawthorn (1995-)

Politician

  • Youngest member of the United States Congress at the time of his election

Madison Keys (1995-)

Tennis player

  • Reached the semifinals of the US Open (2014), Australian Open (2015) and Wimbledon (2015)
  • Won six WTA singles titles

Madison Square Garden

Arena/Venue

  • Iconic venue for concerts, sporting events and other gatherings in New York City
  • Hosted countless historical events, including Muhammad Ali's boxing matches and the 1994 NBA Finals