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Madalyne

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Pronounced MAD-uh-lin /ˈmæd.ə.lɪn/Medium

Meaning: A variant spelling of Madeline/Madelyn, from Magdalene, 'of Magdala' (a town by the Sea of Galilee; sometimes read 'high tower'). A classic in a modern spelling.Low

In 30 seconds: A soft spelling of Madeline: Madalyne means 'from Magdala; high tower' (said 'MAD-uh-lin'). Classic and pretty.
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Origin MediumEnglish, Greek
MeaningA variant spelling of Madeline/Madelyn, from Magdalene, 'of Magdala' (a town by the Sea of Galilee; sometimes read 'high tower'). A classic in a modern spelling.
U.S. rank (2024)#11703 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births8 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2008
Total births (all-time)≈ 707

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200819122024

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

Madalyne is a variant of Madeline, from Magdalene, 'of Magdala.' It keeps the classic's grace in a modern spelling — rare in the U.S. next to Madeline and Madelyn (said 'MAD-uh-lin').

It appears only rarely, beside the popular Madelyn. Rare, classic, and pretty.

Did you know? Madalyne respells Madeline/Madelyn, from Magdalene — 'of Magdala,' a town by the Sea of Galilee, sometimes read 'high tower' — a classic given a fresh finish (said 'MAD-uh-lin').
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Madalyne — Madeline variant; 'of Magdala'

Variations

MadelineMadelynMadalyn

Nicknames

MaddieLyn

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Madalyne mean?

Madalyne is a form of Madeline, from Magdalene, 'of Magdala' (sometimes read 'high tower').

How do you pronounce Madalyne?

It's said MAD-uh-lin /ˈmæd.ə.lɪn/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Madalyne a boy or girl name?

Madalyne is a girl's name.

How popular is Madalyne?

Madalyne is a rare name in the U.S.

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