Madilyn Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAD-ih-lin / /ˈmæd.ɪ.lɪn/English; American
Meaning
English: Woman from Magdala; American: Variant of Madeline
Historical & Cultural Background
Madilyn is a modern variation of the name Madeline, which has roots in the Hebrew name Magdalene, meaning 'of Magdala.' The name gained popularity in the United States in the late 20th century. It reflects a trend towards unique spellings of traditional names. Madilyn is often associated with a contemporary and feminine appeal.
Trend Summary
Madilyn has seen a rise in popularity in the United States, particularly in the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Madeline
- Madalyn
- Maddilyn
International Variants
- Madeleine (French)
- Magdalena (Spanish)
- Madelon (Dutch)
Famous people named Madilyn
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Fictional characters named Madilyn
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Madilyn was first seen in the United States in 1924. Madilyn has ranked as high as #546 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Ohio, Illinois, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Madilyn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Madilyn (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 74 | |
| CA | 51 | |
| FL | 35 | |
| NY | 32 | |
| PA | 32 | |
| GA | 30 | |
| OH | 30 | |
| NC | 29 | |
| IL | 27 | |
| IN | 27 | |
| TN | 24 | |
| VA | 20 | |
| KY | 18 | |
| AL | 18 | |
| WI | 18 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1938 | 7 |
| 1939 | 7 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1946 | 11 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 16 |
| 1988 | 16 |
| 1989 | 25 |
| 1990 | 20 |
| 1991 | 30 |
| 1992 | 50 |
| 1993 | 47 |
| 1994 | 74 |
| 1995 | 107 |
| 1996 | 138 |
| 1997 | 178 |
| 1998 | 265 |
| 1999 | 282 |
| 2000 | 391 |
| 2001 | 446 |
| 2002 | 466 |
| 2003 | 530 |
| 2004 | 584 |
| 2005 | 610 |
| 2006 | 732 |
| 2007 | 860 |
| 2008 | 1,169 |
| 2009 | 1,146 |
| 2010 | 967 |
| 2011 | 1,057 |
| 2012 | 1,100 |
| 2013 | 947 |
| 2014 | 1,078 |
| 2015 | 1,028 |
| 2016 | 1,005 |
| 2017 | 950 |
| 2018 | 989 |
| 2019 | 1,005 |
| 2020 | 948 |
| 2021 | 1,019 |
| 2022 | 971 |
| 2023 | 847 |
| 2024 | 739 |