Woman from Magdala or high tower
Madylyn is a modern creative spelling of Madeline. It ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Magdalene, referring to Mary Magdalene, a follower of Jesus who came from the town of Magdala on the Sea of Galilee. The town's name is thought to mean 'tower' in Hebrew.
Less common today
Madylyn isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #10,009 in 2007.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
