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Madaline

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Pronounced MAD-ə-line /ˈmæd.ə.laɪn/High

Meaning: Variant spelling of Madeline/Magdalene — 'of Magdala' (a town meaning 'tower') by the Sea of GalileeMedium

In 30 seconds: Classic and sweet: Madaline spells Madeline — 'of Magdala (tower)' — distinctively. Charming, vintage, and warm (the storybook Madeline).
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Origin MediumHebrew, Greek
MeaningVariant spelling of Madeline/Magdalene — 'of Magdala' (a town meaning 'tower') by the Sea of Galilee
U.S. rank (2024)#4518 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births31 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1918
Total births (all-time)≈ 4,970

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 191818852024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Madaline is a variant spelling of Madeline/Magdalene — 'of Magdala', a town on the Sea of Galilee whose name means 'tower' (Hebrew migdal). A charming, vintage name (the children's-book Madeline).

It registers thinly beside Madeline. Rare, of-Magdala at the root, and charming.

Did you know? Madeline comes from Magdalene, 'of Magdala' (a town whose name means 'tower') by the Sea of Galilee — Madaline is a soft spelling of the storybook classic.
Overall data confidence 78%
Behind the Name — Madeline — root etymology

Variations

MadelineMadeleineMadalyn

Nicknames

Maddie

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If you like Madaline…

Madeline— the standard spelling
Madeleine— the French spelling
Madalyn— a fellow spelling
Madelyn— a companion -lyn spelling

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Madaline mean?

Madaline spells Madeline — 'of Magdala', a town meaning 'tower'.

How do you pronounce Madaline?

It's said MAD-ə-line /ˈmæd.ə.laɪn/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Madaline a boy or girl name?

Madaline is a girl's name.

How popular is Madaline?

Madaline is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Madeline is more common.

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