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Magdalynn

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Pronounced MAG-duh-lin /ˈmæɡ.də.lɪn/Medium

Meaning: A modern respelling of Magdalene/Magdalen, 'of Magdala,' the byname of Mary Magdalene. The doubled -lynn ending is contemporary styling; routes uncertain.Low

In 30 seconds: A modern respelling of Magdalene: Magdalynn means 'of Magdala' (said 'MAG-duh-lin'). Routes are uncertain, which we note.
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Origin LowGreek, Hebrew
MeaningA modern respelling of Magdalene/Magdalen, 'of Magdala,' the byname of Mary Magdalene. The doubled -lynn ending is contemporary styling; routes uncertain.
U.S. rank (2025)#10587 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births9 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2019
Total births (all-time)≈ 193

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201920052025

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

Magdalynn is a contemporary respelling of Magdalene/Magdalen, 'of Magdala.' The doubled -lynn ending is modern styling, and the route is uncertain, which we note. Old at root, current on the page (said 'MAG-duh-lin').

It appears rarely in U.S. data, beside Madeline and Magdalena. Rare, biblical-rooted, and modern.

Did you know? Magdalynn is a -lynn respelling of Magdalene, 'of Magdala' — the Galilee town behind Mary Magdalene. A biblical root in modern spelling; routes uncertain, which we note (said 'MAG-duh-lin').
Overall data confidence 42%
References — Magdalynn — respelling of Magdalene 'of Magdala'; routes uncertain

Variations

MagdalynMagdaleneMagdalen

Nicknames

MaggieLynn

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If you like Magdalynn…

Magdalene— the standard form Magdalynn respells
Magdalena— a like Latinate form
Madelynn— a like doubled -lynn ending
Marlene— a like soft -lene descendant

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Magdalynn mean?

Magdalynn is a modern respelling of Magdalene, 'of Magdala.' Routes are uncertain, which we note.

How do you pronounce Magdalynn?

It's said MAG-duh-lin /ˈmæɡ.də.lɪn/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Magdalynn a boy or girl name?

Magdalynn is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Magdalynn?

Magdalynn is a rare respelling of Magdalene in the U.S.

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