Madonna Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmuh-DON-uh / /məˈdɒnə/Latin; Italian
Meaning
Latin: 'my lady'; Italian: 'the Madonna'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Madonna is derived from the Italian word for 'my lady', which is a title of respect. It is often associated with the Virgin Mary in Christian tradition, particularly in art and literature. The name gained prominence in the 20th century, particularly due to the influence of the pop singer Madonna Louise Ciccone. The name has been used in various cultures, often reflecting reverence and femininity.
Trend Summary
The name Madonna has seen fluctuating popularity, with notable peaks in the 1980s and 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Madona
- Maddona
International Variants
- Madonna (Italian)
- Madone (French)
Famous people named Madonna
Madonna Louise Ciccone is an American singer, songwriter, and actress known for her influence on pop music and culture.
Madonna di Campiglio is a popular ski resort in Italy, named after the Virgin Mary.
Madonna of the Rocks is a famous painting by Leonardo da Vinci, showcasing the Virgin Mary.
Madonna is also the name of a famous album by the artist, released in 1983.
Fictional characters named Madonna
Madonna is a character in the video game 'The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time', known for her role in the storyline.
Madonna is a character in the animated series 'The Fairly OddParents', appearing in a few episodes.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Madonna was first seen in the United States in 1897. Madonna has ranked as high as #855 nationally, which occurred in 1954, and has been most popular in Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, Ohio, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Madonna has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Madonna (1991)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1897 | 6 |
| 1901 | 6 |
| 1902 | 7 |
| 1903 | 11 |
| 1904 | 9 |
| 1905 | 9 |
| 1906 | 9 |
| 1907 | 12 |
| 1908 | 12 |
| 1909 | 20 |
| 1910 | 15 |
| 1911 | 27 |
| 1912 | 21 |
| 1913 | 39 |
| 1914 | 45 |
| 1915 | 76 |
| 1916 | 85 |
| 1917 | 66 |
| 1918 | 78 |
| 1919 | 87 |
| 1920 | 91 |
| 1921 | 80 |
| 1922 | 101 |
| 1923 | 111 |
| 1924 | 110 |
| 1925 | 119 |
| 1926 | 117 |
| 1927 | 112 |
| 1928 | 128 |
| 1929 | 151 |
| 1930 | 137 |
| 1931 | 133 |
| 1932 | 136 |
| 1933 | 142 |
| 1934 | 139 |
| 1935 | 118 |
| 1936 | 134 |
| 1937 | 109 |
| 1938 | 150 |
| 1939 | 131 |
| 1940 | 137 |
| 1941 | 159 |
| 1942 | 134 |
| 1943 | 158 |
| 1944 | 153 |
| 1945 | 132 |
| 1946 | 163 |
| 1947 | 185 |
| 1948 | 174 |
| 1949 | 177 |
| 1950 | 180 |
| 1951 | 177 |
| 1952 | 172 |
| 1953 | 188 |
| 1954 | 211 |
| 1955 | 211 |
| 1956 | 194 |
| 1957 | 178 |
| 1958 | 182 |
| 1959 | 174 |
| 1960 | 193 |
| 1961 | 190 |
| 1962 | 200 |
| 1963 | 170 |
| 1964 | 147 |
| 1965 | 134 |
| 1966 | 101 |
| 1967 | 141 |
| 1968 | 121 |
| 1969 | 86 |
| 1970 | 83 |
| 1971 | 87 |
| 1972 | 75 |
| 1973 | 68 |
| 1974 | 60 |
| 1975 | 53 |
| 1976 | 42 |
| 1977 | 64 |
| 1978 | 47 |
| 1979 | 43 |
| 1980 | 43 |
| 1981 | 37 |
| 1982 | 29 |
| 1983 | 23 |
| 1984 | 63 |
| 1985 | 146 |
| 1986 | 70 |
| 1987 | 61 |
| 1988 | 31 |
| 1989 | 39 |
| 1990 | 24 |
| 1991 | 24 |
| 1992 | 14 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 18 |
| 2000 | 19 |
| 2001 | 14 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 13 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 9 |