Maddalyn Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAD-uh-lin / /ˈmæd.ə.lɪn/Hebrew; Italian; English
Meaning
woman from Magdala (Hebrew); variant of Madeline (Italian); high tower (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Maddalyn has Hebrew roots, referring to Mary Magdalene, a significant figure in Christian tradition. In Italian, it is derived from Madeline, which has historical ties to medieval saints. The English variant emphasizes the meaning of a high tower, symbolizing strength and resilience.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Madeline
- Madalyn
- Madelyn
- Maddie
International Variants
- Magdalena (Spanish)
- Madeleine (French)
- Maddalena (Italian)
Famous people named Maddalyn
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Fictional characters named Maddalyn
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Maddalyn was first seen in the United States in 1997. Maddalyn has ranked as high as #1337 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in Texas, Ohio, Pennsylvania, California, and Indiana. In the past 5 years the name Maddalyn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Maddalyn (2017)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 | |
| IN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2003 | 24 |
| 2004 | 17 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 19 |
| 2007 | 27 |
| 2008 | 37 |
| 2009 | 35 |
| 2010 | 25 |
| 2011 | 42 |
| 2012 | 38 |
| 2013 | 26 |
| 2014 | 58 |
| 2015 | 48 |
| 2016 | 44 |
| 2017 | 46 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2019 | 21 |
| 2020 | 15 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 12 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 7 |