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Madilynne

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

Meaning: One of the many modern respellings of Madeline or Madelyn, from Magdalene — 'of Magdala,' a town on the Sea of Galilee, and so the name of Mary Magdalene. The -lynne ending is a contemporary American spelling choice.Medium

In 30 seconds: A respelling of Madeline — 'of Magdala,' a town by the Sea of Galilee (said 'MAD-uh-lin').
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Origin MediumAmerican, Hebrew
MeaningOne of the many modern respellings of Madeline or Madelyn, from Magdalene — 'of Magdala,' a town on the Sea of Galilee, and so the name of Mary Magdalene. The -lynne ending is a contemporary American spelling choice.
U.S. rank (2024)#16699 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2009
Total births (all-time)≈ 551

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200919972024

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

Madilynne is one of the many modern spellings of Madeline and Madelyn, names descending from Magdalene, 'of Magdala.' Magdala was a town on the Sea of Galilee, and the name reached Europe through Mary Magdalene of the Gospels. The -lynne ending is a purely modern American touch on a very old name (said 'MAD-uh-lin').

It appears only rarely for girls in the U.S., though Madelyn is popular. Rare spelling, sweet, and familiar.

Did you know? Madeline means 'of Magdala' — a fishing town on the Sea of Galilee, and the home of Mary Magdalene. Every Madilynne, Madelyn and Madeline carries that place name inside it.
Overall data confidence 60%
References — Madilynne — Respelling of Madeline/Madelyn; 'of Magdala'

Variations

MadelynMadelineMadilyn

Nicknames

MaddieLynneMaddy

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If you like Madilynne…

Madelyn— the standard modern spelling
Madeline— the classic form
Magdalena— the fuller Latin form
Evelyn— a like -lyn three-beat name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Madilynne mean?

Madilynne respells Madeline, which means 'of Magdala' — a town on the Sea of Galilee.

How do you pronounce Madilynne?

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

Is Madilynne a boy or girl name?

Madilynne is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Madilynne?

Madilynne is a very rare spelling in the U.S., though Madelyn is popular.

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