Recent in Baby
When Baby Resists SolidsWhen Baby Resists SolidsBaby Biting TipsBaby Biting Tips5 Tips To Help Prevent Highchair Injuries5 Tips To Help Prevent Highchair InjuriesWhen Baby and Pet MeetWhen Baby and Pet MeetTreatments for ColicTreatments for ColicBaby Milestones – The First YearBaby Milestones – The First YearTips for Relieving Teething PainTips for Relieving Teething PainBenefits of Making Your Own Baby FoodBenefits of Making Your Own Baby Food

Home › Baby Names Directory › Madelene

Madelene

♀ Girl

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

Meaning: A variant spelling of Madeline, from Magdalene, 'of Magdala', a town on the Sea of Galilee. A classic name in a slightly older-looking form.Low

In 30 seconds: A soft, classic form: Madelene spells Madeline, 'of Magdala' (said 'MAD-uh-lin'). Timeless and gentle.
💕 Browse more names
Origin MediumGreek, Hebrew
MeaningA variant spelling of Madeline, from Magdalene, 'of Magdala', a town on the Sea of Galilee. A classic name in a slightly older-looking form.
U.S. rank (2024)#12897 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births7 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1921
Total births (all-time)≈ 2,704

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 192118932024

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

Madelene spells Madeline, a name from Magdalene, 'of Magdala,' carried through Christian tradition by Mary Magdalene. Popular across French, Scandinavian and English naming, it has many forms; this one feels softly old-world. Said 'MAD-uh-lin,' it is graceful and enduring.

As spelled it is uncommon for U.S. girls, among the wider Madeline family. Vintage, gentle, and heritage-rooted.

Did you know? Madelene is a variant of Madeline, tracing back to Magdalene, 'woman of Magdala,' a town beside the Sea of Galilee. The -ene ending gives the beloved classic a slightly vintage, European air.
Overall data confidence 52%
References — Madelene — Spelling of Madeline/Magdalene; 'of Magdala'

Variations

MadelineMadeleineMadelyn

Nicknames

MaddieLena

Famous Bearers

  • Famous bearers coming soon.

If you like Madelene…

Madeline— the standard form Madelene spells
Madeleine— a like French classic spelling
Adeline— a like soft -line vintage pick
Evangeline— a like graceful -line choice

Explore names like Madelene

By themeenglishheritagevintagegentle
By meaningSea / Water

All themes →All meanings →All origins →

Frequently Asked

What does the name Madelene mean?

Madelene is a spelling of Madeline, from Magdalene, 'of Magdala.'

How do you pronounce Madelene?

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

Is Madelene a boy or girl name?

Madelene is a girl's name, a spelling of Madeline.

How popular is Madelene?

Madelene is uncommon as spelled, though Madeline and Madelyn are widely loved.

💬 Ask Nia