Madder

The name Madder is derived from the Old English word 'mædere' or 'mæddre', which refers to the madder plant (Rubia tinctorum). This plant was historically cultivated for its red dye, and thus the name became associated with the color red. It likely originated as a surname for someone who worked with madder dye or had red hair/complexion.

Over time, some surnames evolved into given names, though Madder as a first name remains extremely rare. Its usage as a given name is more of a modern, perhaps whimsical, choice rather than a traditional one, drawing on its unique sound and color association.