Magdalene Girl
Origin(s)
Hebrew; Greek
Meaning
Hebrew: of Magdala; Greek: tower
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Magdalene is derived from the Hebrew name Migdal, meaning 'tower.' It is often associated with Mary Magdalene, a prominent figure in the New Testament known for her role as a follower of Jesus. The name has been used in various cultures and languages, reflecting its biblical roots. Over time, it has been adopted in various forms across different regions.
Trend Summary
The name Magdalene has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable resurgence in recent years.
Similar Names
Magda, Maddie, Mabel, Matilda, Megan, Mira, Mina
Variants
- Magdalena
- Magda
International Variants
- Magdalena (Spanish)
- Magdalene (English)
- Maddalena (Italian)
- Madeleine (French)
Famous people named Magdalene
Mary Magdalene is a significant figure in Christianity, often regarded as a saint and a witness to the resurrection of Jesus.
Magdalene Odundo is a renowned Kenyan-born ceramic artist known for her unique sculptural forms.
Magdalene Stowe is an accomplished British actress recognized for her roles in various films and television series.
Magdalene M. O'Brien is a noted American author and educator, contributing to literature and academic discourse.
Fictional characters named Magdalene
Mary Magdalene appears in various adaptations of biblical stories, often depicted as a devoted follower of Jesus.
Magdalene is a character in the novel 'The Last Temptation of Christ' by Nikos Kazantzakis, representing a complex relationship with Jesus.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Magdalene was first seen in the United States in 1880. Magdalene has ranked as high as #714 nationally which occurred in 1923 and has been most popular in Ohio, Indiana, Texas, Tennessee, and Minnesota. In the past 5 years the name Magdalene has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Magdalene (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
OH | 12 | |
IN | 12 | |
TX | 10 | |
TN | 8 | |
MN | 8 | |
PA | 7 | |
GA | 7 | |
NE | 6 | |
CO | 6 | |
WI | 6 | |
MO | 5 | |
NC | 5 | |
CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 13 |
1881 | 14 |
1882 | 12 |
1883 | 10 |
1884 | 9 |
1885 | 20 |
1886 | 17 |
1887 | 16 |
1888 | 19 |
1889 | 16 |
1890 | 17 |
1891 | 33 |
1892 | 36 |
1893 | 34 |
1894 | 29 |
1895 | 29 |
1896 | 29 |
1897 | 27 |
1898 | 22 |
1899 | 26 |
1900 | 32 |
1901 | 28 |
1902 | 36 |
1903 | 33 |
1904 | 56 |
1905 | 35 |
1906 | 35 |
1907 | 47 |
1908 | 37 |
1909 | 63 |
1910 | 54 |
1911 | 71 |
1912 | 87 |
1913 | 74 |
1914 | 130 |
1915 | 151 |
1916 | 156 |
1917 | 183 |
1918 | 185 |
1919 | 178 |
1920 | 182 |
1921 | 174 |
1922 | 161 |
1923 | 199 |
1924 | 172 |
1925 | 141 |
1926 | 137 |
1927 | 127 |
1928 | 154 |
1929 | 111 |
1930 | 146 |
1931 | 123 |
1932 | 113 |
1933 | 116 |
1934 | 107 |
1935 | 103 |
1936 | 90 |
1937 | 69 |
1938 | 81 |
1939 | 62 |
1940 | 77 |
1941 | 70 |
1942 | 75 |
1943 | 68 |
1944 | 77 |
1945 | 47 |
1946 | 53 |
1947 | 51 |
1948 | 53 |
1949 | 48 |
1950 | 58 |
1951 | 53 |
1952 | 50 |
1953 | 57 |
1954 | 43 |
1955 | 44 |
1956 | 44 |
1957 | 33 |
1958 | 41 |
1959 | 34 |
1960 | 29 |
1961 | 30 |
1962 | 28 |
1963 | 31 |
1964 | 30 |
1965 | 25 |
1966 | 21 |
1967 | 26 |
1968 | 23 |
1969 | 30 |
1970 | 19 |
1971 | 21 |
1972 | 19 |
1973 | 18 |
1974 | 15 |
1975 | 28 |
1976 | 25 |
1977 | 25 |
1978 | 20 |
1979 | 30 |
1980 | 26 |
1981 | 23 |
1982 | 33 |
1983 | 33 |
1984 | 33 |
1985 | 39 |
1986 | 47 |
1987 | 32 |
1988 | 35 |
1989 | 38 |
1990 | 39 |
1991 | 34 |
1992 | 30 |
1993 | 51 |
1994 | 58 |
1995 | 45 |
1996 | 77 |
1997 | 64 |
1998 | 54 |
1999 | 78 |
2000 | 89 |
2001 | 82 |
2002 | 67 |
2003 | 92 |
2004 | 89 |
2005 | 115 |
2006 | 113 |
2007 | 96 |
2008 | 102 |
2009 | 106 |
2010 | 110 |
2011 | 107 |
2012 | 99 |
2013 | 126 |
2014 | 134 |
2015 | 116 |
2016 | 140 |
2017 | 109 |
2018 | 122 |
2019 | 89 |
2020 | 112 |
2021 | 90 |
2022 | 121 |
2023 | 140 |
2024 | 157 |