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Madeline

MAD-uh-lin

Madeline is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “An English form of Magdalene, which is derived from Magdala, a town on the Sea of Galilee. Meaning 'woman from Magdala'.”. It currently ranks #87 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1998.

Letters8
Syllables3
OriginHebrew

What Madeline Means

An English form of Magdalene, which is derived from Magdala, a town on the Sea of Galilee. Meaning 'woman from Magdala'.

The Story of Madeline

From a Galilean town, this name carries the resonance of ancient stories and a woman's quiet strength, waiting to be yours.

Madeline is an English adaptation of Magdalene, a name rooted in Hebrew and linked to Magdala, a town on the Sea of Galilee. Its meaning, 'woman from Magdala,' connects it to a specific place with deep historical and religious significance. The name’s journey began in the ancient Near East, traveling through biblical narratives and into European languages, embraced by cultures that revered its origins.

There’s a gentle yet determined feel when you whisper ‘Madeline.’ It sounds like a story unfolding, a name with depth and compassion. Imagine writing it on your child's first book, the letters forming a thoughtful presence. This name suggests a daughter with an intelligent heart, someone who approaches the world with kindness and a quiet, observant strength, a presence that enriches every room.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Famous Namesakes

  • Madeline Albright

    First female United States Secretary of State

  • Madeline Carroll

    American actress

Personality Traits

IntelligentCreativeKindCompassionate

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#5,869 in 1998

Total Births

204,520

First Recorded

1880

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