1 If a refined hypothesis survives all attacks on it and is the best existing explanation for a particular phenomenon, it is then elevated to the status of a theory.  A theory is subject to modification and even rejection if there is overwhelming evidence that disproves it and/or supports another, better theory.
German meaning: The name Madison is a German baby name The German meaning of Madison is: Son of a mighty warrior
Brody is a rare given name for men but a very popular last name for both adults and children (#4966 out of 150436, Top 3%). (2000 U.S. Census). Shown below is the baby name popularity of Brody for boys.rody /bro-dy/ [2 sylls.] as a boys' name is pronounced BROH-dee. It is of Irish and Gaelic origin, and the meaning of Brody is ditch. Place name.