Magdalene
Magdalene is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Of Magdala; tower.
Origin and history
Magdalene is a classical feminine name derived from a Greek title meaning 'woman from Magdala'. It is best known through Mary Magdalene, a prominent figure in the New Testament. In the United States, it remains a timeless, moderately used classical name with steady usage.
Popularity in the United States
9,994 babies in the United States have been named Magdalene since 1880. It ranks #1644 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1343.
States where it is most popular
- PA (11 %)
- NC (10.5 %)
- OH (9.7 %)
- TX (8.6 %)
- KY (7.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 146 |
| 1890-1900 | 282 |
| 1900-1910 | 402 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,269 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,558 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,010 |
| 1940-1950 | 619 |
| 1950-1960 | 457 |
| 1960-1970 | 273 |
| 1970-1980 | 220 |
| 1980-1990 | 339 |
| 1990-2000 | 530 |
| 2000-2010 | 951 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,152 |
| 2020-2029 | 786 |
Famous people named Magdalene
- Magdalene Odundo: Ceramic artist, Professor
Nicknames
Maggie, Lena, Magda
Fun facts
- The name originally referred to Magdala, an ancient village on the Sea of Galilee whose name means 'tower'.
- Magdalene has appeared widely in European literature, music, and art since the Middle Ages.