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Madelaine

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Pronounced MAD-ə-lin /ˈmæd.ə.lɪn/High

Meaning: French spelling of Madeline/Magdalene — from Hebrew Magdala, 'tower; from the town of Magdala'Medium

In 30 seconds: From Magdala: Madelaine is a French Madeline — 'woman of Magdala'. Elegant, classic, and warm.
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Origin MediumHebrew, French
MeaningFrench spelling of Madeline/Magdalene — from Hebrew Magdala, 'tower; from the town of Magdala'
U.S. rank (2024)#5222 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births25 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1998
Total births (all-time)≈ 3,373

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 199819012024

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

Madelaine is a French spelling of Madeline/Magdalene — from Hebrew Magdala, 'a tower; from the town of Magdala' (a fishing town on the Sea of Galilee, home of Mary Magdalene). An elegant, classic name (nicknames Maddie or Lainey).

It registers thinly beside Madeline. Rare, from-Magdala at the root, and elegant.

Did you know? Madeline comes from Magdalene, 'from Magdala' (a town by the Sea of Galilee, home of Mary Magdalene; Magdala itself means 'tower') — Madelaine is an elegant French spelling.
Overall data confidence 78%
Behind the Name — Madeline — root etymology

Variations

MadelineMadeleineMadelyn

Nicknames

MaddieLainey

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If you like Madelaine…

Madeline— the standard spelling
Madeleine— the French form
Madelyn— a modern spelling
Magdalena— the Latin form

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Madelaine mean?

Madelaine spells Madeline — 'from Magdala' (Hebrew 'tower').

How do you pronounce Madelaine?

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

Is Madelaine a boy or girl name?

Madelaine is a girl's name.

How popular is Madelaine?

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

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