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Madeline vs Ashley

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Madeline

Girl #87 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"woman from Magdala"

Origin: Hebrew (Magdalene via French Madeleine)

Cultural Roots

English French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#87
Total SSA Count
2,907
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Madeline Rank #87
Ashley Rank #124

Madeline is more popular, ranked #87 vs #124 for Ashley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Madeline or Ashley more popular?

Madeline is more popular, ranked #87 compared to Ashley at #124 in the United States.

What do Madeline and Ashley mean?

Madeline means "woman from Magdala" (Hebrew (Magdalene via French Madeleine) origin). Ashley means "ash tree woodland clearing" (Old English origin).

Are Madeline and Ashley boy or girl names?

Madeline is primarily a girl name. Ashley is primarily a girl name.

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