Madaleine Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmad-uh-LAYN / /ˌmædəˈleɪn/French; Hebrew
Meaning
French: woman from Magdala; Hebrew: elevated
Historical & Cultural Background
Madaleine is a variant of the name Madeleine, which has roots in both French and Hebrew. The name is often associated with Mary Magdalene, a significant figure in Christian tradition. It has been popular in various cultures, particularly in France, where it has been used since the Middle Ages. The name has also been embraced in English-speaking countries, especially in the 20th century.
Trend Summary
The name Madaleine has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable increase in usage in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Madeleine
- Madeline
- Madelene
International Variants
- Madeleine (French)
- Magdalena (Spanish)
- Magdalene (English)
Famous people named Madaleine
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Madaleine was first seen in the United States in 1915. Madaleine has ranked as high as #1242 nationally, which occurred in 1997, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Madaleine has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Madaleine (1995)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 15 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 12 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2017 | 5 |