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Maddelyn

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Maddelyn Pronunciation

Maddelyn is pronounced MAD-ə-lin /ˈmæd.ə.lɪn/High

Meaning: A -delyn spelling of Madeline/Magdalene — from Hebrew/Greek, 'from Magdala' (a town on the Sea of Galilee, 'a tower/high place')Medium

In 30 seconds: From Magdala; high tower: Maddelyn spells Madeline — 'from Magdala'. Soft, classic, and warm.
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Origin MediumHebrew, Greek
MeaningA -delyn spelling of Madeline/Magdalene — from Hebrew/Greek, 'from Magdala' (a town on the Sea of Galilee, 'a tower/high place')
U.S. rank (2024)#6055 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births20 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2017
Total births (all-time)≈ 733

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

US baby name popularity trendUS births per year from 1995 to 2024. Peak in 2017 with 43 births.0224319952000201720202024peak 2017 · 43

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

History & Origin

Maddelyn is a -delyn spelling of Madeline/Magdalene — from Hebrew/Greek, 'from Magdala', a town on the Sea of Galilee whose name means 'a tower, a high place' (the home of Mary Magdalene). A soft, classic name; the -delyn styling personalizes it (nicknames Maddie, Lyn).

It registers thinly beside Madelyn. Rare in this spelling, from-Magdala at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Madeline/Magdalene means 'from Magdala' — a town on the Sea of Galilee whose name means 'a tower, a high place' (Mary Magdalene) — Maddelyn is a -delyn spelling, soft and modern (said 'MAD-ə-lin').
Overall data confidence 65%
Behind the Name — Madeline — root etymology

Variations

MadelynMadelineMadilyn

Nicknames

Maddie

Themes & Styles

If you like Maddelyn…

Madelyn— the common spelling
Madilyn— a fellow spelling
Madeline— the classic form
Adalyn— a sound-neighbor -lyn girls' name

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Maddelyn?

Maddelyn is pronounced MAD-ə-lin (/ˈmæd.ə.lɪn/). Press play above to hear Maddelyn said aloud.

How do you say Maddelyn?

Maddelyn is said MAD-ə-lin (/ˈmæd.ə.lɪn/). Press play above to hear Maddelyn said aloud.

What does the name Maddelyn mean?

Maddelyn spells Madeline — 'from Magdala' (a town meaning 'a tower, a high place').

Is Maddelyn a boy or girl name?

Maddelyn is a girl's name.

How popular is Maddelyn?

Maddelyn is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Madelyn is more common.

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