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Madely

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Pronounced MAD-uh-lee /ˈmæd.ə.li/Medium

Meaning: A short, modern respelling in the Madeline family, from Magdalene, 'of Magdala.' Reads as a friendly clip of Madeline; routes light.Low

In 30 seconds: A friendly clip of Madeline: Madely leans on 'of Magdala' (said 'MAD-uh-lee'). Modern and sweet.
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Origin LowEnglish, French
MeaningA short, modern respelling in the Madeline family, from Magdalene, 'of Magdala.' Reads as a friendly clip of Madeline; routes light.
U.S. rank (2018)#13287 ↗ Rising
2018 U.S. births7 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2018
Total births (all-time)≈ 19

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201820022018

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

Madely is a modern short form in the Madeline family, from Magdalene, 'of Magdala.' It reads casual and current — very rare in the U.S. (said 'MAD-uh-lee').

It appears only recently and rarely. Rare, casual, and modern.

Did you know? Madely reads as a short, modern take on Madeline — itself from Magdalene, 'of Magdala' — a sweet, casual spin, routes light, which we note (said 'MAD-uh-lee').
Overall data confidence 34%
References — Madely — Madeline short form; 'of Magdala'; light route

Variations

MadelineMadelyMadeleine

Nicknames

MaddieEly

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Madely mean?

Madely is a short, modern form of Madeline, from Magdalene, meaning 'of Magdala.'

How do you pronounce Madely?

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

Is Madely a boy or girl name?

Madely is a girl's name.

How popular is Madely?

Madely is a very rare, recent name in the U.S.

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