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Madalynne

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

Meaning: A modern spelling of Madeline/Madelyn, from the French Madeleine and ultimately Magdalene — 'of Magdala,' the Galilean town, by way of Mary Magdalene. A genuine classical route under a current spelling.Low

In 30 seconds: A modern spelling of Madeline: by the Magdalene route it means 'of Magdala' (said 'MAD-uh-lin'). Classic underneath.
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Origin MediumFrench, Hebrew
MeaningA modern spelling of Madeline/Madelyn, from the French Madeleine and ultimately Magdalene — 'of Magdala,' the Galilean town, by way of Mary Magdalene. A genuine classical route under a current spelling.
U.S. rank (2023)#16662 ↘ Falling
2023 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2008
Total births (all-time)≈ 694

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201019202023

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

Madalynne spells Madeline/Madelyn with the -ynne ending fashionable today. The root is the French Madeleine, from Magdalene, 'of Magdala.' The spelling is modern, the pedigree ancient, which we note. Rare in the U.S. (said 'MAD-uh-lin').

It appears rarely, beside the popular Madelyn and Madeline. Rare, classic-rooted, and current.

Did you know? Madalynne is Madeline in a contemporary dress — and Madeline goes back to Magdalene, 'of Magdala,' the town on the Sea of Galilee that gave Mary Magdalene her name (said 'MAD-uh-lin').
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Madalynne — Madeline/Magdalene; 'of Magdala'

Variations

MadelynMadelineMadalyn

Nicknames

MaddieLynne

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If you like Madalynne…

Madelyn— the standard modern spelling
Madeline— the classic form
Magdalene— the root name behind it
Adalynn— a like -lynn spelling pick

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Madalynne mean?

Madalynne is a spelling of Madeline, from Magdalene, 'of Magdala' — the town of Mary Magdalene.

How do you pronounce Madalynne?

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

Is Madalynne a boy or girl name?

Madalynne is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Madalynne?

Madalynne is a rare spelling in the U.S., beside the common Madelyn.

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