Madelon
Pronunciation: [ m-ahd-ayl-AWN ]
Madelon is a girl baby name. Ranked #38,755 in the US, popular nicknames include Mad, May, and Madie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Madelon first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 477 babies have been named Madelon in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Madelon is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #38,755 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #38,755
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Madelon
Madelon is a girl name .
Madelon is currently ranked #38,755 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Madelon include Mad, May, Madie, and Madeie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Madelon include Madelyn, Madeline, Madeleine, Madelynn, Madelyne . 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