Magdala

Pronunciation: [ m-ahgd-AHL-uh ]

Magdala is a girl baby name. Ranked #16,117 in the US, popular nicknames include Mag, May, and Magie.

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Girl Name #16,117 Most Popular Hidden Gem 7 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Magdala is a girl name, recorded for 8 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced m-ahgd-AHL-uh.

Parents who love the name Magdala often also consider Zendra, Sammatha, Dacy .

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Historical Record

Magdala first appeared in US Social Security records in 1981.

Over 70 babies have been named Magdala in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Magdala is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #16,117 for girl names in the US .

Popularity Over Time

#16,117
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#16,117
Total SSA Count
8

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Mag May Magie Magdie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Magdala

Is Magdala a boy or girl name?
Magdala is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Magdala?
Magdala is pronounced m-ahgd-AHL-uh.
How popular is the name Magdala?
Magdala is currently ranked #16117 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Magdala?
Common nicknames for Magdala include Mag, May, Magie, and Magdie.
Is Magdala a common or rare name?
Magdala is an uncommon name, ranked #16117 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Magdala?
Magdala pairs well with Zendra, Sammatha, Dacy, Deniqua in style and sound.
Are there other spellings for Magdala?
Related spellings include Magdalena, Magdalene.

About the Name Magdala

Magdala is a girl name .

Magdala is currently ranked #16,117 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Magdala include Mag, May, Magie, and Magdie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Magdala include Magdalena, Magdalene . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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