Madeline
Madeline is of French origin, derived from Magdalene, meaning 'from Magdala' or 'woman from Magdala,' a village on the Sea of Galilee. The name has strong biblical roots, associated with Mary Magdalene, and carries connotations of elegance and strength.
Current Popularity
#87 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Multiple spelling variations exist (Madelyn, Madeleine, Madilyn)
- •Strong literary association with Ludwig Bemelmans' beloved children's book character
- •Easy to pronounce in multiple languages
- •Classic name that has remained consistently used across generations
- •Multiple spelling variations exist
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Famous People
Madeleine Albright
Former U.S. Secretary of State
Madeline Kahn
Actress and Comedian
Madeleine L'Engle
Author of 'A Wrinkle in Time'
Madeline Brewer
Actress
Statistics
204,275
Total births since 1880
1998
Peak year
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