Madonna
Madonna is a girl's name of Italian origin.
Meaning
My lady.
Origin and history
Madonna is a traditional Italian name derived from the title 'ma donna', meaning 'my lady', historically used to refer to the Virgin Mary. In the United States, it enjoyed moderate usage throughout the twentieth century, particularly among Catholic families. Today, it is strongly associated with the pop cultural icon Madonna Ciccone, making it a rare given name choice for newborns in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
9,560 babies in the United States have been named Madonna since 1880. It ranks #1697 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2068.
States where it is most popular
- IN (17.1 %)
- IL (14.9 %)
- IA (12.7 %)
- OH (11.8 %)
- MI (6.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 6 |
| 1900-1910 | 95 |
| 1910-1920 | 539 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,120 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,329 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,572 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,867 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,483 |
| 1970-1980 | 622 |
| 1980-1990 | 542 |
| 1990-2000 | 148 |
| 2000-2010 | 122 |
| 2010-2019 | 82 |
| 2020-2029 | 33 |
Famous people named Madonna
- Madonna: Singer, Songwriter
Fun facts
- The name originates from the Italian contraction 'ma donna', directly translating to 'my lady'.
- The global success of American singer Madonna Ciccone in the 1980s permanently tied the single name to her public persona.