Madeline
Gender: Girl
Origin: English
Meaning: Of Magdala
Popularity: #94
Madeline Meaning and Origin
The name Madeline is a girl’s name meaning “of Magdala” and is of English origin. It is the English form of the French name “Madeleine,” which means “woman of Magdala” and is derived from the Hebrew name “Migdal,” meaning “tower.” In the Bible, Magdala was a town on the shore of the Sea of Galilee, and it is also the town where Mary Magdalene is said to have been from. “Madeline” has been a popular name for girls in the English-speaking world since the 19th century. It has been used in literature and media, including the children’s book series “Madeline” by Ludwig Bemelmans, which tells the story of a young girl attending a boarding school in Paris. The name has also been used for characters in films, TV shows, and other works of fiction. Variations of the name include “Madelyn,” “Madalyn,” “Madeleine,” and “Maddie.” The nickname “Maddy” is also commonly used for girls named Madeline.
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