Declining since 2003.
Popularity of Madylin since 1996
Babies named Madylin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 45 |
| 2000s | 363 |
| 2010s | 169 |
| 2020s | 40 |
Meaning & origin
Madylin is a modern respelling of the classic Madeline, a name that has long been popular in English-speaking countries. This particular spelling first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1996, and it reached its highest usage in 2002. Since 2003, its frequency has been falling, reflecting a broader trend away from creative spellings in recent years. While it has never been among the top 1,000 names nationally and has no concentration in any particular state, Madylin remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking a fresh take on a traditional name.
Madylin is a modern respelling of Madeline, itself an English form of Magdalene, referring to Mary Magdalene, whose name derives from the Hebrew place-name Migdal, meaning 'tower'. As a given name, Madeline became popular in English-speaking countries in the 19th century, and creative spellings like Madylin emerged in the late 20th century, especially in the United States.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Maddie, Mady, Lin
Sibling names for Madylin
Names that share Madylin's style, for a brother or sister.
