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Madonna

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Pronounced muh-DON-uh /məˈdɒn.ə/High

Meaning: From the Italian Madonna, 'my lady' (from 'mia donna'), a devotional title for the Virgin Mary. As a given name it carries that Marian sense; it is also globally famous as the stage name of the pop icon Madonna, which we note.Medium

In 30 seconds: A stately Italian name: Madonna means 'my lady,' a title for the Virgin Mary (said 'muh-DON-uh'). Famous, too, as the pop icon — we note it.
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Origin MediumItalian
MeaningFrom the Italian Madonna, 'my lady' (from 'mia donna'), a devotional title for the Virgin Mary. As a given name it carries that Marian sense; it is also globally famous as the stage name of the pop icon Madonna, which we note.
U.S. rank (2025)#14273 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1954
Total births (all-time)≈ 9,560

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 195518972025

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

Madonna comes from the Italian 'mia donna,' 'my lady,' a title for the Virgin Mary long used in art and devotion. As a given name it carries that Marian weight, though today it is chiefly linked to the pop star Madonna, which we note. Rare and iconic (said 'muh-DON-uh').

For girls it appears rarely in the U.S. Rare, Marian, and iconic.

Did you know? Madonna is Italian for 'my lady,' from 'mia donna,' a devotional title for the Virgin Mary. As a first name it is inseparable from the pop icon Madonna, which we note (said 'muh-DON-uh').
Overall data confidence 55%
References — Madonna — Italian 'my lady' / Marian title; also pop icon

Variations

MadonaMadonnah

Nicknames

DonnaMaddie

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Madonna mean?

Madonna is Italian for 'my lady,' a devotional title for the Virgin Mary; it is also famous as the pop icon's stage name.

How do you pronounce Madonna?

It's said muh-DON-uh /məˈdɒn.ə/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Madonna a boy or girl name?

Madonna is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Madonna?

Madonna is a rare name for girls in the U.S.

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