Madlin
Pronunciation: [ m-ADL-ihn ]
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Madlin first appeared in US Social Security records in 1996.
Over 22 babies have been named Madlin in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Madlin is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #38,032 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #38,032
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Madlin
Madlin is a girl name .
Madlin is currently ranked #38,032 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Madlin include Mad, Madl, Madly, Madlie, May, Maie, and Madkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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