Magdeline Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: MAG-duh-leen //ˈmæɡdəˌliːn//
Origin: Hebrew; French
Meaning: Hebrew: Of Magdala; French: Tower
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Magdeline has its roots in the Hebrew name "Migdāl," meaning "tower." This term was used in reference to Mary Magdalene, a significant figure in the New Testament, who is often associated with the town of Magdala on the Sea of Galilee. The name evolved through various languages, transitioning from Hebrew to Greek as "Magdalēnē" and then to Latin as "Magdalena." The Old French adaptation "Magdeline" emerged in the medieval period, reflecting the influence of Christian traditions and the veneration of Mary Magdalene in Western Christianity.
Throughout history, Mary Magdalene has been a prominent figure, often depicted as a repentant sinner and a devoted follower of Jesus Christ. Her role in the biblical narrative, particularly in the events surrounding the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus, has made her a subject of theological discussion and artistic representation since the early centuries of Christianity.
The name Magdeline, therefore, carries with it a rich historical and religious significance, often associated with themes of redemption and devotion. The name has also been linked to various saints and has appeared in religious texts and literature over the centuries.
The King James Bible, published in the early 17th century, contributed to the enduring recognition of Mary Magdalene, further solidifying the name's association with piety and virtue. In addition, the name has been embraced in various cultures, often symbolizing strength and resilience, akin to the tower from which it derives its meaning.
Magdeline, along with its variants, has been used in various forms across different cultures, reflecting a blend of linguistic and cultural influences. The name's historical depth and connection to significant religious narratives have allowed it to resonate through the ages, maintaining its relevance in the context of Christian heritage.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Magdeline was first seen in the United States in 1912.
Magdeline has ranked as high as #853 nationally, which occurred in 1918, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Magdeline has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Magdeline is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Magdeline was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Magdeline
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Magdeline.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1966 | 9 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1953 | 11 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1939 | 12 |
| 1938 | 8 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1935 | 6 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1933 | 12 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1930 | 10 |
| 1929 | 8 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1927 | 9 |
| 1926 | 10 |
| 1925 | 11 |
| 1924 | 14 |
| 1923 | 17 |
| 1922 | 14 |
| 1921 | 13 |
| 1920 | 13 |
| 1919 | 12 |
| 1918 | 20 |
| 1917 | 15 |
| 1916 | 14 |
| 1915 | 14 |
| 1914 | 7 |
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1912 | 7 |