Madeliene

“Woman from Magdala”

France origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#17055US 2015

9Births / yr

↓Falling

596All-time births

📅 Since 191000

How to pronounce Madeliene

MAY·DLEYE·NAY

/ˈmeɪ.ˈdlaɪ.ˈneɪ/ · stress on MAY · 3 syllables

“Woman from Magdala”

France origin · Girl name

What does Madeliene mean and where does it come from?

Madeliene is a variant of the name Madeleine, which has Hebrew origins (מַגְּדָל מַגְּדֶל, 'Migdal Migdel' - 'the tower') referring to Mary Magdalene, a significant figure in the New Testament. The name became popular in various forms across Europe, particularly in French-speaking countries. It is o

Cultural significance

Madeliene has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in France-speaking communities, where it reflects values of woman from magdala.

Peak popularity

Reached #2253 in 1940 — currently #17055 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Madeliene?

Madeliene works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Madeliene Grace

How popular is Madeliene right now?

Falling — down 1423 spots — currently #17055 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1910–2015#17055 · Top 13%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2015	#10915	9	▼ down 1423 · -18% births
2005	#9492	11	▼ down 1869 · -15% births
2000	#7623	13	▼ down 2155 · -24% births
1995	#5468	17	▲ up 3110 · +89% births
1990	#8578	9	▼ down 6325 · -36% births
1940	#2253	14	▲ up 1668 · +133% births
1935	#3921	6	▼ down 709 · -33% births
1930	#3212	9	▲ up 304
1925	#3516	9	▼ down 675 · -25% births
1920	#2841	12	▲ up 1 · +20% births
1915	#2842	10	▼ down 96 · +100% births
1910	#2746	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Madeliene

Best Year1940Rank #2253

Peak Count17

Average Rank#5284

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1910 - 201512 years

The story of Madeliene

Madeliene entered American naming records in 1910 and has been in use for over 114 years. With 596 total births recorded, Madeliene remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #2746 in 1910, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10915 in 2015.

Names that peaked alongside Madeliene in 1940:

Mary Barbara Patricia Judith Betty

Madeliene by decade

Madeliene peaked in the 1940s. See all 1940s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	72
1920s	86
1930s	31
1940s	80
1950s	11
1980s	9
1990s ★	138
2000s	125
2010s	44

💎Madeliene has only 596 total recorded births since 1910 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Madeliene?

Common

MadMadieMadyEne

What names sound and feel like Madeliene?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Madeliene also consider these

Madaliene

France · Woman from Magdala

Madeline

France · of Magdala

Madelinne

France · woman from Magdala

American · of Magdala

Marliene

American · A blend of

Marcellene

France · Warlike; young warrior

Common questions about the name Madeliene

What does the name Madeliene mean?

Madeliene means "Woman from Magdala" — a name rooted in France tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Madeliene?

Madeliene is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Madeliene?

Madeliene originates from France tradition. France names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Madeliene?

Madeliene is a three-syllable name pronounced M EY1 D L AY1 N EY1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Madeliene?

Madeliene pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar France heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.