“A variant of Madeline or Madelyn, derived from Magdalene, meaning 'of Magdala'” — Associated with the biblical town of Magdala
American origin · Girl name
♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls
#16772US 2022
5Births / yr
↓Falling
61All-time births
📅 Since 200600
What does Madylynn mean and where does it come from?
Madylynn is a modern name that is a creative variant of Madeline, which has roots in Hebrew and refers to Mary Magdalene, associated with the biblical town of Magdala. This contemporary spelling and phonetic variation reflect current trends in baby names where unique spellings are favored. The name
Cultural significance
Madylynn has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a variant of madeline or madelyn, derived from magdalene, meaning 'of magdala'.
Peak popularity
Reached #12020 in 2011 — currently #16772 in the US.
Falling — down 369 spots — currently #16772 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
US Trend 2010–2022#16772 · Top 12%
2010
2015
2020
2022
Year
US Rank
Births
vs Prior Year
2022
#16772
5
▼ down 369
2020
#16403
5
▼ down 2372 · -29% births
2015
#14031
7
▲ up 686
2010
#14717
7
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Name Popularity Timeline
Popularity Statistics for Madylynn
2015Rank #14031
7
#15481
→Stable
2010 - 20224 years
The story of Madylynn
Madylynn is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2006. With 61 total births recorded, Madylynn remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #14717 in 2010, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #16772 in 2022.
Madylynn means "A variant of Madeline or Madelyn, derived from Magdalene, meaning 'of Magdala'" — a name rooted in American 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 Madylynn?
Madylynn is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Madylynn have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Madylynn?
Madylynn originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Madylynn?
Madylynn pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Madylynn trending right now?
Madylynn is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.
Sibling names that pair with Madylynn
For a sister
Madylynn & Avery♡
Madylynn & Ivy♡
Madylynn & Willow♡
Madylynn & Zoey♡
For a brother
Madylynn & Oliver♡
Madylynn & Elijah♡
Madylynn & Hudson♡
Madylynn & Ethan♡
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Worldwide ranking · 2022
Country
Rank
🇺🇸 USA
#16772
🇬🇧 UK
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