Madeline

Girl's name

Madeline is of English origin and is derived from the name Magdalene, which means "of Magdala."

Meaning Woman of Magdala
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 2,907
Peak year 1998

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Madeline Albright - First female U.S. Secretary of State.
  • Madeline Miller - Author of "Circe" and "The Song of Achilles."
  • Madeline Kahn - Actress known for "Blazing Saddles" and "Young Frankenstein."
  • Madeline Stuart - Model with Down syndrome challenging beauty standards.
  • Madeline Carroll - Actress in "Swing Vote" and "Flipped."
  • Madeline Brewer - Actress in "The Handmaid's Tale" and "Orange Is the New Black."
  • Madeline Zima - Actress in "The Nanny" and "Californication."
  • Madeline Smith - Actress known for James Bond film "Live and Let Die."
  • Madeline Di Nonno - CEO of the Geena Davis Institute.

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