Madalena
Pronunciation: [ m-ad-uhl-AYN-uh ]
Madalena is a girl baby name. Ranked #7,652 in the US, popular nicknames include Mad, May, and Madie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Madalena first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 713 babies have been named Madalena in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Madalena is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #7,652 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #7,652
- Total SSA Count
- 15
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About the Name Madalena
Madalena is a girl name .
Madalena is currently ranked #7,652 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Madalena include Mad, May, Madie, and Madaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Madalena include Madalyn, Madalynn, Madaline . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis