Madalene Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Madalene has its roots in Greek through the Hebrew 'Magdalene', meaning 'of Magdala'. It evolved from Magdalene to Madalena and then to its current form in English. The name is linked to Mary Magdalene in the Bible, enhancing its significance. Historically, it gained popularity in Christian contexts, especially during the Middle Ages, and is perceived today as a classic and elegant name.
The name Madalene is most popular in Pennsylvania, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Madalene has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Madalene' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1307th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2526th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4212th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11362nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10779th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9099th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 15202nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Madalene' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Madalene"
Pronunciation
/ˈmæd.ə.lin/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Madalene is derived from the Hebrew name 'Magdalene', which means 'of Magdala'. Magdala was a town on the Sea of Galilee, and the name is often associated with Mary Magdalene, a figure in the New Testament.
Meaning
of Magdala
Language Evolution
Magdalene (Latin), Madalena (Portuguese), Madalene (English)
Biblical Background
Madalene is associated with Mary Magdalene, a prominent figure in Christianity.
Historical Usage
The name Madalene gained popularity in Christian contexts due to its association with Mary Magdalene, especially during the Middle Ages.
Variants & Derivatives
Madalena, Magdalene, Maddie
Modern Popularity & Image
Madalene is seen as a classic and elegant name, often associated with grace and strength, though it is less common in contemporary usage compared to its variants.
Famous People
Madalene de la Cruz, a notable artist, Madalene St. John, an accomplished author
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Madalene"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Madalene"
"Madalene" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1307th of 9107 | 625 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2526th of 9204 | 222 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4212th of 12526 | 163 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11362nd of 19264 | 33 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 10779th of 27321 | 83 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 9099th of 35406 | 183 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 15202nd of 30306 | 53 |
Regional Popularity of "Madalene" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Madalene" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
88.77% 1257th/1416 |
57.94% 799th/1379 |
100.00% 2366th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
100.00% 1556th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Madalene"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Madalene" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.