Maria-Madalena
Hebrew · Girl · 6 syllables
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About the name Maria-Madalena
Maria-Madalena is a compound name combining Maria (from Hebrew Miriam, meaning "of the sea" or "beloved") with Madalena (from Magdala, a town in Galilee, identifying Mary Magdalene, the follower of Jesus).
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Etymology
Maria-Madalena is a compound name combining Maria (from Hebrew Miriam, meaning "of the sea" or "beloved") with Madalena (from Magdala, a town in Galilee, identifying Mary Magdalene, the follower of Jesus). The name is primarily used in Portuguese, Spanish, and Italian Catholic cultures, with historical significance tied to Mary Magdalene, one of Jesus's most prominent female disciples and a central figure in Christian tradition.
Maria-Madalena currently ranks #2,530 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1970.
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