economy and markets | January 01, 2026

How to pronounce mads mikkelsen

How do you pronounce the name Mads?

It’s pronounced “Mass,” say 47-year-old Danish actor Mads Mikkelsen. Although he’s used to hearing “Mads.”

How do you pronounce the Scandinavian name Mads?

What is the name Mads in English?

Mads as a boy’s name is of German, Greek, and Hebrew origin, and the meaning of Mads is “gift of God”.

Is Mads a common name in Denmark?

Mads Origin and Meaning

The name Mads is a boy’s name of Danish origin meaning “gift of God”. Mads is a perennial favorite in Germany, the Nordic countries, and the Netherlands, where it is usually to be found in the Top 50.