Female Name
Magdalene
mak.da.ˈleː.nə
ˈmæɡ.də.lɪn
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Categories
biblical women
Chocolatier characters
currently out of the US top 1000
ends in -lene
Jesus Christ Superstar
Joni Mitchell songs
nationalities
Orthodox saints
Robert A. Heinlein characters
Tori Amos lyrics
Writing Systems
ΜαγδαληνήAncient Greek
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
77/100
classic160%
mature80%
formal160%
upper class120%
natural100%
wholesome140%
strong80%
refined140%
strange100%
complex120%
serious140%
Meaning & Etymology
The name Magdalene originates from a title meaning 'of Magdala', referring to Mary Magdalene, a significant figure in the New Testament. She was named thus because she hailed from Magdala, a village on the Sea of Galilee, which means 'tower' in Hebrew. Mary Magdalene was cleansed of evil spirits by Jesus and remained a devoted follower throughout his ministry, witnessing his crucifixion and resurrection. The name gained popularity during the Middle Ages due to her veneration as a saint. In Engla...
Etymology
Original Form:
Magdala
Evolution:
From the Hebrew meaning 'tower', the name evolved into Magdalene in Greek and Latin, and later into Madeline in English.
Source:
New Testament, historical linguistics