Magalena Girl

Popularity: · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

Pronunciationmah-gah-LAY-nah / mɑːɡəˈleɪnə

Hebrew; Latin; Spanish

Meaning

Hebrew: Of Magdala; Latin: Tower; Spanish: Woman from Magdala

Historical & Cultural Background

Magalena is derived from the Hebrew name Magdalene, which refers to Mary Magdalene, a significant figure in Christianity. The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in Latin and Spanish-speaking countries. It has been used in religious contexts and has historical significance due to its association with biblical narratives.

Trend Summary

Magalena has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a modest presence in recent years.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Magdalena
  • Magalena

International Variants

  • Magdalena (Spanish)
  • Magdalene (English)
  • Magdalena (Polish)
  • Magdalena (German)

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Magalena was first seen in the United States in 1978. Magalena has ranked as high as #1094 nationally, which occurred in 1978, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Magalena has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Magalena

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

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