Magdalen
Pronunciation: [ m-AGD-uhl-uhn ]
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Magdalen first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,177 babies have been named Magdalen in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Magdalen is past its peak , currently ranked #13,679 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #13,679
- Total SSA Count
- 9
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About the Name Magdalen
Magdalen is a girl name .
Magdalen is currently ranked #13,679 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Magdalen include Mag, Magd, Magdy, Magdie, Magda, Magday, Magdaie, Len, Leny, Lenie, May, and Maie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Magdalen include Magdalena, Magdalene . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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