Spelling Variants
Madeleine vs Magdeleine: Which Spelling?
Madeleine and Magdeleine both derive from Latin Magdalena.
Global Rank #98
Madeleine
Origin: French
Madeleine derives from the Latin name Magdalena, which comes from Magdala, a town in ancient Judea, meaning "of Magdala" or "the elevated/great one." The name became widely used in Christian…
Global Rank #3,988
Magdeleine
Origin: Latin
Magdeleine derives from the Latin "Magdala," meaning "tower" or "elevated," combined with the feminine suffix "-eine," and refers to Mary Magdalene from Christian scripture.
Which is more popular? Based on real registry rankings, Madeleine currently ranks higher globally. Popularity can vary a lot by country — check each name's own page for a full regional breakdown.