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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Woman from Magdala (a town whose name means 'tower')
- Origin
- Hebrew (via Aramaic/Greek Magdala)
- Gender
- Primarily used for girls
- Pronunciation
- MAG-duh-leen
Magdalene means "woman from Magdala," a town whose own name means 'tower.' It has Hebrew roots, arriving through Aramaic and Greek forms of Magdala. If you like a name with a place-based meaning and a long, full sound, Magdalene fits.
Meaning & Origin of Magdalene
Meaning: Woman from Magdala (a town whose name means 'tower').
Origin: Hebrew (via Aramaic/Greek Magdala).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Magdalene
MAG-duh-leenIPA /ˈmæɡdəliːn/
Popularity of Magdalene
Magdalene ranked #1419 in 2024, with 157 babies given the name. Its highest ranking in the Social Security data, which runs from 1880 to 2024, was #432 in 1904, when 56 babies received it.
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FAQ
What does the name Magdalene mean?
Woman from Magdala (a town whose name means ‘tower’). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Magdalene?
Magdalene is pronounced MAG-duh-leen (IPA: /ˈmæɡdəliːn/).
Is Magdalene a popular name right now?
Magdalene peaked at #432 in 1904 and is ranked #1419 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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