Madlene
Hebrew/Latin · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Madlene
Madlene is a variant spelling of Magdalene, derived from the Latin "Magdala," meaning "of Magdala," a town in ancient Judea, and is most famously associated with Mary Magdalene from Christian scripture.
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Etymology
Madlene is a variant spelling of Magdalene, derived from the Latin "Magdala," meaning "of Magdala," a town in ancient Judea, and is most famously associated with Mary Magdalene from Christian scripture. The name is used primarily in Christian cultures, particularly in Scandinavian and Germanic regions, with historical significance tied to the veneration of Mary Magdalene as a saint in Christian tradition.
Madlene currently ranks #4,042 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1917.
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