Magdalena

Girl's name

Magdalena is derived from the Aramaic name Magdalene, meaning "of Magdala." Magdala was a town on the Sea of Galilee in ancient Israel.

Meaning Woman of Magdala
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 321
Peak year 2007

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Magdalena Abakanowicz - Sculptor known for large-scale textile art.
  • Magdalena Neuner - German biathlete, Olympic gold medalist.
  • Magdalena Frackowiak - Polish supermodel, Victoria's Secret Angel.
  • Magdalena Forsberg - Swedish biathlete, multiple World Cup winner.
  • Magdalena Kožená - Czech mezzo-soprano opera singer.
  • Magdalena Mielcarz - Polish actress and model.
  • Magdalena Tul - Polish singer, represented Poland in Eurovision.
  • Magdalena Brzeska - German gymnast and TV personality.
  • Magdalena Wrobel - Polish model, appeared in Vogue and Elle.
  • Magdalena Różczka - Polish actress, known for film and TV roles.

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