Maddox Chivan
Humanitarian advocate, prominent adoptee, adoption awareness
Maddox Chivan Kor Bop (born March 5, 2002) is a Cambodian-American humanitarian and activist who gained international prominence as the adopted son of Hollywood actors Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt. Adopted from Cambodia in 2002 at age three months, Maddox became one of the most high-profile adoptees of the 21st century, symbolizing international adoption awareness. Beyond his celebrity family connections, he has become an advocate in his own right, supporting various humanitarian causes related to children's welfare, education, and advocacy for adoptees' rights. His adoption brought significant media attention to the realities of international child welfare and adoption processes. As a young adult, Maddox has worked to establish his own identity separate from his famous parents, focusing on education and humanitarian work. His story has made him a symbolic figure for adoption advocacy and has influenced public conversations about family structures and international humanitarian efforts.
Notable Person
Cambodian-American
2002
Thinking about the name
Maddox
Welsh origin
“Derived from the Welsh Madog ('fortunate' or 'good'), Maddox became popularized in recent decades as a modern masculine given name. The -ox ending (possibly influenced by surnames like Wilcox) gives it strength and contemporary edge while maintaining Welsh roots. The name gained significant mainstream recognition in the 2000s through celebrity usage.”