Maddalena Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmah-dah-LAY-nah / /madˈda.le.na/Italian; Hebrew
Meaning
Italian: woman from Magdala; Hebrew: tower
Historical & Cultural Background
Maddalena is the Italian form of Magdalene, which is derived from the Hebrew name Migdal, meaning 'tower.' The name is often associated with Mary Magdalene, a significant figure in Christian tradition. In Italy, Maddalena has been a popular name since the Renaissance, reflecting the cultural importance of biblical names during that period. It is commonly used in various forms across different cultures.
Trend Summary
Maddalena has seen a steady presence in baby name rankings, particularly within Italian-speaking communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Maddie
- Lena
International Variants
- Magdalena (Spanish)
- Madeleine (French)
- Maddalena (Italian)
- Magdalene (English)
Famous people named Maddalena
Maddalena Crippa is an Italian actress known for her work in film and theater.
Maddalena de' Medici was an Italian noblewoman and member of the prominent Medici family.
Maddalena Corvaglia is an Italian television presenter and model.
Maddalena Giannini is an Italian artist recognized for her contemporary paintings.
Fictional characters named Maddalena
Maddalena is a character in the opera 'Rigoletto' by Giuseppe Verdi.
Maddalena is a character in the novel 'The Betrothed' by Alessandro Manzoni.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Maddalena was first seen in the United States in 1916. Maddalena has ranked as high as #1359 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in New York, Pennsylvania, California, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Maddalena has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Maddalena (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1958 | 11 |
| 1959 | 9 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1966 | 14 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 9 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 13 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 18 |
| 2002 | 19 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 18 |
| 2007 | 20 |
| 2008 | 24 |
| 2009 | 17 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2011 | 22 |
| 2012 | 28 |
| 2013 | 19 |
| 2014 | 27 |
| 2015 | 35 |
| 2016 | 32 |
| 2017 | 28 |
| 2018 | 22 |
| 2019 | 27 |
| 2020 | 27 |
| 2021 | 21 |
| 2022 | 24 |
| 2023 | 28 |
| 2024 | 19 |