Madelyn
English girl's name meaning “of Magdala (high tower)”
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- English
- Meaning
- of Magdala (high tower)
- Syllables
- 3
- Letters
- 7
- US rank (2023)
- #58
- Born in 2023
- 3,643
Meaning & origin
Madelyn is a spelling of Madeline, from Magdalene, 'of Magdala' — a town whose name means 'tower'.
Popularity
In the latest US data, Madelyn ranked #58 for girls. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
In 2023, 3,643 US girls were given the name Madelyn.
US popularity rank over time
Peaked at #58 in 2023
“Unranked” means Madelyn was outside the US top 1,000 that year.
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Variants
Madeline, Madeleine
Nicknames
Maddie
Madelyn: frequently asked questions
What does the name Madelyn mean?
Madelyn is a English name meaning "of Magdala (high tower)". Madelyn is a spelling of Madeline, from Magdalene, 'of Magdala' — a town whose name means 'tower'.
Where does the name Madelyn come from?
Madelyn is of English origin. Madelyn is a spelling of Madeline, from Magdalene, 'of Magdala' — a town whose name means 'tower'.
Is Madelyn a boy or a girl name?
Madelyn is most commonly a girl's name.
How many babies are named Madelyn?
In 2023, 3,643 US girls were given the name Madelyn.
Is Madelyn a popular name, and is it rising or falling?
In the latest US data, Madelyn ranked #58 for girls. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
What are common nicknames for Madelyn?
Common nicknames for Madelyn include Maddie.