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Madeleine vs Josephine

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Madeleine Rank #437
Josephine Rank #56

Josephine is more popular, ranked #56 vs #437 for Madeleine.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Madeleine or Josephine more popular?

Josephine is more popular, ranked #56 compared to Madeleine at #437 in the United States.

What do Madeleine and Josephine mean?

Madeleine means "woman from Magdala" (Hebrew via Greek origin). Josephine means "may God add children" (Hebrew origin).

Are Madeleine and Josephine boy or girl names?

Madeleine is primarily a girl name. Josephine is primarily a girl name.

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