Woman from Magdala or high tower
A modern American creative spelling of Madeline or Madelyn. It ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Magdalene, referring to Mary Magdalene, a follower of Jesus from the town of Magdala.
Less common today
Madylan isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #11,780 in 2012.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
