Holding steady, #13,208 for girls today.
Popularity of Madelena since 1973
Babies named Madelena per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 18 |
| 1980s | 12 |
| 1990s | 32 |
| 2000s | 71 |
| 2010s | 41 |
| 2020s | 22 |
Meaning & origin
Madelena is an uncommon variant of the classic Madeline, first recorded in the United States in 1973. It reached its peak popularity in 2008, though it has remained a rare choice overall. In 2025, it ranked 13,208th, with approximately 1 in 267,878 newborns given the name. Its trajectory has been stable, reflecting a steady but minimal usage. While it doesn't appear in any top state lists, the name offers a familiar yet distinctive alternative to more common forms like Madeline or Madelyn.
Madelena is a variant of Madeline, which derives from the Greek name Magdalēnē, meaning 'of Magdala.' Magdala was a village on the Sea of Galilee, and the name is associated with Mary Magdalene in the New Testament. The spelling with an 'e' instead of an 'i' is a less common English form that emerged in the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Maddy, Lena, Maddie
Sibling names for Madelena
Names that share Madelena's style, for a brother or sister.
