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Almudena

al-moo-DAY-nah

Almudena is a girl’s name of Spanish origin, meaning “Derived from Arabic 'al-mudayna', meaning 'the citadel'. A Spanish name associated with the Virgin Mary.”. It currently ranks #13528 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2024.

Letters8
Syllables4
OriginSpanish

What Almudena Means

Derived from Arabic 'al-mudayna', meaning 'the citadel'. A Spanish name associated with the Virgin Mary.

The Story of Almudena

This name is a fortress of faith and protection, a Spanish gem resonating with strength for your daughter.

Almudena derives from the Arabic 'al-mudayna,' meaning 'the citadel,' linking it to steadfastness and a sense of secure place. As a Spanish name, it is powerfully associated with devotion and protection, particularly through Our Lady of Almudena, the patron saint of Madrid. This name has seen a resurgence, appearing more frequently in recent years.

For your daughter, Almudena, you imagine a spirit that is both fiercely loyal and deeply spiritual. This name speaks of a protector, someone who will stand strong for her beliefs and loved ones. You see her as a beacon of inner strength and unwavering devotion.

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Numerology

1

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Famous Namesakes

  • Our Lady of Almudena

    Patron saint of Madrid, Spain

Personality Traits

StrongProtectiveIndependentLoyalSpiritual

Peak Year

#6 in 2024

Total Births

26

First Recorded

2005

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