Woman from Magdala or high tower
A French form of Magdalene, referring to Mary Magdalene from the New Testament. The name is derived from Magdala, a village on the Sea of Galilee, which translates to 'tower' in Hebrew. It has long been associated with elegance and classic French style.
About 679 girls were named Madeleine in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
First female U.S. Secretary of State
Author of A Wrinkle in Time
American actress
The smallest of twelve little girls in two straight lines · Madeline book series by Ludwig Bemelmans
Psychologist and love interest of James Bond · Spectre and No Time to Die
American jazz singer and songwriter
The same feel as Madeleine — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.
