Woman from Magdala; high tower
Madalena is the Portuguese form of Magdalene. It refers to Mary Magdalene, a prominent figure in the New Testament who was from Magdala, a town on the Sea of Galilee whose name is derived from the Hebrew word for tower.
About 17 girls were named Madalena in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Portuguese actress and singer known for West End musical theater
Portuguese singer and actress who represented Portugal in Eurovision
The main antagonist and queen · Galavant
