Magdalen
Magdalen: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmæɡdəlɪn/ · /ˈmɔːdlɪn/
Meaning and origin of Magdalen
- A female given name from Hebrew, variant of Magdalene.
How popular is Magdalen?
Since 1880, 3,267 girls in the U.S. have been named Magdalen. Its highest rank for girls was #506 in 1887. In 2025, 15 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Magdalen
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Magdalen
Sister and brother names that share Magdalen's Hebrew roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Magdalen FAQ
What does the name Magdalen mean?
A female given name from Hebrew, variant of Magdalene.
What is the origin of the name Magdalen?
Magdalen is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Magdalen?
Since 1880, 3,267 girls in the U.S. have been named Magdalen. Its highest rank for girls was #506 in 1887. In 2025, 15 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Magdalen a boy or girl name?
Magdalen is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 3,267 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.