Madlynn

“a form of Magdalen” — Associated with the biblical figure Mary Magdalene

English origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#11837US 2022

8Births / yr

↓Falling

154All-time births

📅 Since 199800

What does Madlynn mean and where does it come from?

Madlynn is a modern variation of the traditional name Madeline or Magdalene. The name gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century. It is often associated with the biblical figure Mary Magdalene. The suffix '-lynn' may also denote a connection to body of water, but this is deb

Cultural significance

Madlynn has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a form of magdalen.

Peak popularity

Reached #7850 in 2015 — currently #11837 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Madlynn?

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

Madlynn Grace

How popular is Madlynn right now?

Falling — down 76 spots — currently #11837 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2022#11837 · Top 8.7%

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2021

2022

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#11837	8	▼ down 76
2021	#11761	8	▼ down 3911 · -47% births
2015	#7850	15	▲ up 8155 · +150% births
2010	#16005	6	▼ down 3359 · -25% births
2005	#12646	8	▲ up 1963 · +33% births
2000	#14609	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Madlynn

Best Year2015Rank #7850

Peak Count15

Average Rank#12451

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2000 - 20226 years

The story of Madlynn

Madlynn is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1998. With 154 total births recorded, Madlynn remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #14609 in 2000 to #11837 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Madlynn in 2015:

Emma Olivia Sophia Ava Isabella

Madlynn by decade

Madlynn peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	11
2000s	55
2010s ★	88

💎Madlynn has only 154 total recorded births since 1998 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Madlynn?

Common

MadMa

What names sound and feel like Madlynn?

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

Maddlynn

English · Variant of Madeline;

Marlynn

English · A blend of

Madylynn

American · A variant of

American · Great and lake

Malynn

American · modern variation of

Common questions about the name Madlynn

What does the name Madlynn mean?

Madlynn means "a form of Magdalen" — a name rooted in English 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 Madlynn?

Madlynn is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Madlynn have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Madlynn?

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

Is Madlynn trending right now?

Madlynn is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Madlynn a common or rare name?

Madlynn is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.