Madlyn
Madlyn is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
High tower or woman from Magdala.
Origin and history
Madlyn is an English variant spelling of Madeline, which derives from the biblical name Magdalene referring to Mary Magdalene of Magdala. The name fundamentally traces back to the Aramaic and Hebrew word for tower. In the United States, it is a rare spelling choice that offers a streamlined, modern look while retaining traditional roots.
Popularity in the United States
2,377 babies in the United States have been named Madlyn since 1880. It ranks #3618 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2054.
States where it is most popular
- PA (41.7 %)
- NY (35.4 %)
- IL (7.8 %)
- OH (5 %)
- WV (5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 13 |
| 1900-1910 | 76 |
| 1910-1920 | 331 |
| 1920-1930 | 480 |
| 1930-1940 | 265 |
| 1940-1950 | 259 |
| 1950-1960 | 194 |
| 1960-1970 | 130 |
| 1970-1980 | 45 |
| 1980-1990 | 16 |
| 1990-2000 | 135 |
| 2000-2010 | 252 |
| 2010-2019 | 134 |
| 2020-2029 | 47 |
Nicknames
Maddy, Maddie, Mads, Lyn
Fun facts
- Madlyn condenses the traditional spelling of Madeline into a phonetic six-letter variant.
- The root name originates from Magdala, an ancient village on the Sea of Galilee whose name means tower.