Rising since 2022.
Popularity of Magdelyn since 1993
Babies named Magdelyn per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 24 |
| 2000s | 96 |
| 2010s | 71 |
| 2020s | 12 |
Meaning & origin
Magdelyn is a modern respelling of the classic name Magdalene, first recorded in the United States in 1993. It reached its peak popularity in 2002, reflecting the early 2000s trend of names with the 'lyn' suffix. After a period of decline, the name has been rising in use since 2022, indicating renewed interest. Although its numbers remain modest, Magdelyn offers a distinctive twist on a name with deep historical roots, evoking the biblical Mary Magdalene. The name's spelling variation sets it apart from more common forms like Madelyn, while retaining the familiar nickname Maggie.
Magdelyn is a modern variant of Magdalene, which derives from the Hebrew 'Migdal' meaning 'tower.' The name originally referred to Mary Magdalene, a follower of Jesus, whose name indicated she was from Magdala. Magdelyn emerged as a creative respelling in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, following a trend of altering traditional names with 'lyn' endings.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Maggie, Madge, Lyn
Sibling names for Magdelyn
Names that share Magdelyn's style, for a brother or sister.
