Magdalena
Polish · Girl · 4 syllables
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About the name Magdalena
The name Magdalena derives from the Latin "Magdala," which refers to a tower or elevated place, and means "of Magdala" or "the magnificent one." It is linguistically rooted in Aramaic/Hebrew origins through the biblical city of Magdala in Galilee.
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Etymology
The name Magdalena derives from the Latin "Magdala," which refers to a tower or elevated place, and means "of Magdala" or "the magnificent one." It is linguistically rooted in Aramaic/Hebrew origins through the biblical city of Magdala in Galilee.
The name is predominantly used in Christian cultures across Europe, Latin America, and the Mediterranean, with particular prominence in Catholic and Protestant traditions due to Saint Mary Magdalene, a central figure in the New Testament who was a follower of Jesus Christ.
Magdalena currently ranks #850 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2007.
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