Madelyn: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A modern take on Madeleine, meaning woman from Magdala, fresh but rooted in history.
- Origin
- French
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #53
- Peak
- #59 in 2015
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Madelyn Means
Madelyn is a girl name of French origin. A modern take on Madeleine, meaning woman from Magdala, fresh but rooted in history.
How Popular Madelyn Is
Madelyn currently ranks #53 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #59 in 2015. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Madelyn
- An Americanized spelling that has outpaced the traditional Madeleine.
- The original Magdalene reference connects it to the biblical Mary Magdalene.
- Part of the Maddie-nickname family alongside Madison and Madeline.
Names Like Madelyn
Other French names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Madelyn
French names that pair well as a brother or sister to Madelyn.
Questions About Madelyn
What does Madelyn mean?
Madelyn is a girl name of French origin. A modern take on Madeleine, meaning woman from Magdala, fresh but rooted in history.
How popular is Madelyn?
Madelyn currently ranks #53 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #59 in 2015. It has held steady.
Where does Madelyn come from?
Madelyn comes from French roots. An Americanized spelling that has outpaced the traditional Madeleine.
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