High tower or woman from Magdala
Madalynn is a modern American spelling variation of Madeline. It ultimately derives from the Greek name Magdalene, referring to Mary Magdalene, a follower of Jesus who came from the town of Magdala on the Sea of Galilee.
Less common today
Madalynn isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #543 in 2009.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
