Madelyn
Madelyn is a girl name of French origin meaning “Woman from Magdala”, pronounced MAD-uh-lin. It ranked #71 in the United States in 2025, given to 3,362 babies, and peaked at #58 in 2023. Common nicknames: Maddie, Mads, Lyn.
How popular is Madelyn in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Madelyn mean, and where does it come from?
Madelyn is a modern, phonetically simplified spelling of Madeline, itself the French form of Magdalene, honoring Mary Magdalene of the New Testament. This streamlined "-lyn" ending reflects a broader trend in American baby naming since the 1990s, in which traditional names are respelled with fashionable, softer suffixes such as "-lyn," "-lynn," or "-lynne." Madelyn climbed steadily through the 2000s and 2010s to become one of the most popular forms of the name in the United States, often surpassing the original French spelling. It offers the same historical depth as Madeline with a distinctly contemporary appearance.
How is Madelyn used around the world?
Madelyn is used in 0 languages worldwide, with 4+ international variants.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Madelyn?
Famous People Named Madelyn
- Madelyn Cline — American actress known for Outer Banks
- Madelyn Pugh — American television writer for I Love Lucy
- Madelyn Dunham — maternal grandmother of Barack Obama
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Madelyn mean?
Madelyn is a girl name of French origin meaning "Woman from Magdala." Madelyn is a modern, phonetically simplified spelling of Madeline, itself the French form of Magdalene, honoring Mary Magdalene of the New Testament. This streamlined "-lyn" ending reflects a broader trend in American baby naming since the 1990s, in which traditional names are respelled with fashionable, softer suffixes such as "-lyn," "-lynn," or "-lynne.
How do you pronounce Madelyn?
Madelyn is pronounced MAD-uh-lin. Common variations include Madeline, Madelynn, Madilyn.
Is Madelyn a girl name?
Yes, Madelyn is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Maddie, Mads, Lyn.