Female Name
Magdeleine
Overview
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feminine
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Meaning & Etymology
Magdeleine is a variant of the name Madeleine, which itself is derived from the French form of Magdalene. The name Magdalene originates from the biblical figure Mary Magdalene, a follower of Jesus Christ. The name is often associated with qualities of devotion and spiritual significance.
Etymology
Original Form:
Magdalene
Evolution:
The name evolved from the Hebrew 'Migdal', meaning 'tower', to the Greek 'Magdalene', and then to the French 'Madeleine', with 'Magdeleine' being a variant spelling.
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Etymological dictionaries and historical linguistics research.