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Madelein

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Pronounced MAD-uh-line /ˈmæd.ə.laɪn/Medium

Meaning: A spelling of the French Madeleine (English Madeline), from Magdalene — 'of Magdala,' the Galilean town behind the name of Mary Magdalene. A genuine classical route; this spelling simply drops the final -e.Low

In 30 seconds: A trimmed spelling of Madeleine: by the Magdalene route it means 'of Magdala' (said 'MAD-uh-line'). Elegant and classic.
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Origin MediumFrench, Hebrew
MeaningA spelling of the French Madeleine (English Madeline), from Magdalene — 'of Magdala,' the Galilean town behind the name of Mary Magdalene. A genuine classical route; this spelling simply drops the final -e.
U.S. rank (2022)#14630 ↗ Rising
2022 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1989
Total births (all-time)≈ 192

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 198919892022

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

Madelein is a spelling of Madeleine, the French form of Magdalene, 'of Magdala.' The name traveled Europe with the story of Mary Magdalene and became one of France's enduring classics. This spelling is modern and rare; the root is ancient, which we note (said 'MAD-uh-line').

It appears very rarely in the U.S., beside Madeline and Madeleine. Rare, elegant, and classic.

Did you know? Madelein drops the final -e from the French Madeleine — a name that reaches back through Magdalene to Magdala, the town beside the Sea of Galilee (said 'MAD-uh-line').
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Madelein — Madeleine/Magdalene; 'of Magdala'

Variations

MadeleineMadelineMadelaine

Nicknames

MaddieLena

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If you like Madelein…

Madeleine— the standard French spelling
Madeline— the English form
Magdalena— the fuller root name
Evangeline— a like elegant -line classic

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Madelein mean?

Madelein is a spelling of Madeleine, from Magdalene, 'of Magdala' — the town of Mary Magdalene.

How do you pronounce Madelein?

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

Is Madelein a boy or girl name?

Madelein is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Madelein?

Madelein is a very rare spelling in the U.S.

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