Magdalena
Magdalena is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Person from Magdala, high tower, or elevated.
Origin and history
Magdalena is a classic female name derived from a Greek title meaning 'of Magdala', a village on the Sea of Galilee. It has ancient Biblical roots and remains steadily used in the United States, appealing to parents looking for a traditional, cross-cultural name.
Popularity in the United States
19,773 babies in the United States have been named Magdalena since 1880. It ranks #1073 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #865.
States where it is most popular
- TX (27.5 %)
- CA (26.7 %)
- NY (8.6 %)
- IL (8.1 %)
- FL (2.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 306 |
| 1890-1900 | 364 |
| 1900-1910 | 346 |
| 1910-1920 | 604 |
| 1920-1930 | 967 |
| 1930-1940 | 739 |
| 1940-1950 | 810 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,288 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,572 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,591 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,668 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,457 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,842 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,447 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,772 |
Famous people named Magdalena
- Magdalena Neuner: Biathlete, Athlete
- Magdalena Maleeva: Tennis Player, Athlete
- Magdalena Abakanowicz: Sculptor, Artist
Nicknames
Maggie, Lena, Magda
Fun facts
- The name originally served as an epithet referring to the ancient town of Magdala, which derives from the Hebrew word for tower.
- It is widely associated with Mexican artist Frida Kahlo, whose full birth name was Magdalena Carmen Frida Kahlo y Calderón.