Madeline
English girl's name meaning “of Magdala (high tower)”
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- English
- Meaning
- of Magdala (high tower)
- Syllables
- 3
- Letters
- 8
- US rank (2023)
- #94
- Born in 2023
- 2,732
- Peak year
- 1998 (#50)
Meaning & origin
Madeline comes from Magdalene, 'of Magdala', a town by the Sea of Galilee whose name means 'tower'.
Is Madeline an English name?
Yes — Madeline is an English name meaning "of Magdala (high tower)". Madeline comes from Magdalene, 'of Magdala', a town by the Sea of Galilee whose name means 'tower'.
Popularity
In the latest US data, Madeline ranked #94 for girls. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
In 2023, 2,732 US girls were given the name Madeline.
US popularity rank over time
Peaked at #50 in 1998
“Unranked” means Madeline was outside the US top 1,000 that year.
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How to spell Madeline
Madeline is spelled M-A-D-E-L-I-N-E — 8 letters and 3 syllables. Alternative spellings people use include Madelyn, Madeleine.
Variants
Madelyn, Madeleine
Nicknames
Maddie
Madeline: frequently asked questions
What does the name Madeline mean?
Madeline is a English name meaning "of Magdala (high tower)". Madeline comes from Magdalene, 'of Magdala', a town by the Sea of Galilee whose name means 'tower'.
Where does the name Madeline come from?
Madeline is of English origin. Madeline comes from Magdalene, 'of Magdala', a town by the Sea of Galilee whose name means 'tower'.
Is Madeline a boy or a girl name?
Madeline is most commonly a girl's name.
How many babies are named Madeline?
In 2023, 2,732 US girls were given the name Madeline.
Is Madeline a popular name, and is it rising or falling?
In the latest US data, Madeline ranked #94 for girls. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
What are common nicknames for Madeline?
Common nicknames for Madeline include Maddie.
How do you spell Madeline?
Madeline is spelled M-A-D-E-L-I-N-E. Related spellings include Madelyn, Madeleine.
How common is the name Madeline?
In 2023, 2,732 US girls were given the name Madeline. In the latest US data, Madeline ranked #94 for girls. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
Is Madeline an English name?
Yes — Madeline is an English name meaning "of Magdala (high tower)". Madeline comes from Magdalene, 'of Magdala', a town by the Sea of Galilee whose name means 'tower'.
What does Madeline mean in English?
In English, Madeline means "of Magdala (high tower)". Madeline comes from Magdalene, 'of Magdala', a town by the Sea of Galilee whose name means 'tower'.