Woman from Magdala or high tower
A variant of Madeline, derived from the Greek name Magdalene. It refers to Mary Magdalene, a prominent figure in the New Testament, whose name indicates she was from Magdala, a town on the Sea of Galilee known for its fishing and towers.
Less common today
Madelein isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,369 in 2000.
Dutch beach volleyball player and Olympian
Dutch former international cricketer
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
