Girl Name · Greek Origin
Magdalene
Magdalene — a girl name from the Greek tradition — is an uncommon, standout choice. Its meaning, "From Magdala", anchors the name in something deeper than sound alone. If Magdaline is on your shortlist, Magdalene belongs in the same conversation.
Magdalene meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: From Magdala
Origin: Greek naming roots help connect Magdalene to related Greek baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Magdalene as M·A·G·D·A·L·E·N·E, with 9 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Magdalene is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Magdalene variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Magdalenea, Magdalenee, Magdaleney, Magdalen.
- Nicknames: Magda and M.
- Middle names: Pair Magdalene with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Magdalene middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Magdaline, Magdalena, Magdaleno, Magdalen, Migdalia — full picks on the sibling names for Magdalene guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Magdalene? Browse our names like Magdalene guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Magdalene
What does the name Magdalene mean?
Magdalene means "From Magdala" and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Magdalene?
Magdalene originates in Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Magdalene?
Magdalene has 9 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Magdalene a boy's or girl's name?
Magdalene is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Magdalene in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Magdalene sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Magdalene?
Names that share Magdalene's sound and style include Magdaline, Magdalena, Magdaleno, Magdalen, Migdalia.
What middle names pair well with Magdalene?
Good middle-name fits for Magdalene pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Magdalene is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Magdalene is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Magdalene?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Magdalene share its rhythm without rhyming — Magdaline, Magdalena, Magdaleno all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.