Magdalena Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

Pronunciationmag-duh-LAY-nuh / /ˌmæɡ.dəˈleɪ.nə/

Hebrew; Latin; Spanish

Meaning

Hebrew: 'of Magdala'; Latin: 'tower'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Magdalena has roots in Hebrew, referring to Mary Magdalene, a significant figure in Christianity. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries. The name has also been associated with the Latin word for 'tower', symbolizing strength and stability.

Trend Summary

The name Magdalena has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a gradual increase in use in recent years.

Similar Names

MagdaMaddieMeganMarleneMarloweMalachiMalcolm

Variants

  • Magdalene
  • Magda

International Variants

  • Maddalena (Italian)
  • Magdalena (Spanish)
  • Magdalen (English)

Famous people named Magdalena

Magdalena Abakanowicz was a Polish sculptor known for her large-scale textile sculptures.

Magdalena Neuner is a retired German biathlete who won multiple Olympic medals.

Magdalena Frackowiak is a Polish model recognized for her work in high fashion.

Magdalena Rybarikova is a Slovak professional tennis player with notable achievements on the WTA tour.

Fictional characters named Magdalena

Magdalena is a character in the comic series 'The Darkness', known for her complex storyline.

Magdalena is a character in the video game 'BloodRayne', serving as a key figure in the narrative.

Sibling Suggestions

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Magdalena was first seen in the United States in 1982. Magdalena has ranked as high as #1144 nationally, which occurred in 1982, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Magdalena has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Magdalena

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19825
19865