Woman from Magdala or high tower
A French variation of Magdalene, referring to Mary Magdalene from the New Testament. The name is derived from the Hebrew 'Migdal', meaning tower, signifying strength and elevated status.
Less common today
Madelaine isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,438 in 1998.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American actress known for Riverdale
American actress
British novelist and physician
