Girl
Magdalen
from Magdala, tower
About Magdalen
Steeped in historical richness yet perfectly suited to contemporary life, Magdalen carries an air of intellectual curiosity and quiet determination. This name evokes libraries filled with leather-bound books, thoughtful conversations over tea, and the balanced wisdom that comes from considering multiple perspectives.
The melodic flow of Magdalen suggests someone who expresses herself with clarity and insight, whose words carry weight because they're carefully chosen.
There's an inherent dignity to Magdalen that commands respect in professional environments while remaining approachable in personal relationships.
A child named Magdalen might naturally gravitate toward both artistic and analytical pursuits, appreciating beauty while seeking understanding of how things work.
The name suggests someone who values substance over surface, who looks beyond immediate appearances to discover deeper truths about the world and people around her.
Popularity of the Name Magdalen
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | |
|---|---|
| 1880 | #716 |
| 1882 | #782 |
| 1883 | #573 |
| 1884 | #631 |
| 1885 | #889 |
| 1886 | #870 |
| 1887 | #506 |
| 1888 | #773 |
| 1889 | #936 |
| 1890 | #631 |
| 1891 | #634 |
| 1892 | #750 |
| 1893 | #652 |
| 1894 | #522 |
| 1895 | #571 |
| 1896 | #777 |
| 1897 | #607 |
| 1898 | #805 |
| 1899 | #613 |
| 1900 | #908 |
| 1901 | #571 |
| 1902 | #635 |
| 1903 | #801 |
| 1904 | #766 |
| 1905 | #724 |
| 1906 | #726 |
| 1908 | #762 |
| 1909 | #898 |
| 1910 | #789 |
| 1911 | #821 |
| 1912 | #743 |
| 1913 | #907 |
| 1914 | #733 |
| 1915 | #691 |
| 1916 | #729 |
| 1917 | #870 |
| 1918 | #835 |
| 1919 | #898 |
| 1920 | #788 |
| 1921 | #933 |
| 1922 | #965 |
| 1924 | #915 |
Top names by country: United States
Variations of Name Magdalen
Names Similar to Magdalen
Nicknames for Magdalen
- Magda
- Lena
- Maggie
- Len
- Maddie
