Madelene
Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Madelene
The given name 'Madelene' is derived from the Latin name 'Magdalena', meaning 'of Magdala', a place name likely originating from the Hebrew word 'migdal', meaning 'tower'.
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Etymology
The given name 'Madelene' is derived from the Latin name 'Magdalena', meaning 'of Magdala', a place name likely originating from the Hebrew word 'migdal', meaning 'tower'. The name 'Madelene' has been used in various cultures, including Christianity, where Saint Mary Magdalene is a prominent figure, and has been popularized in European cultures, particularly in France and Germany, since the Middle Ages.
Madelene currently ranks #12,940 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1921.
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