Madeline Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Madeline Name at a Glance

Name	Madeline
Meaning	Diminutive of Madeleine: Woman of Magdala. Tower.
Origin	French
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Madeline Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Madeline means “Diminutive of Madeleine: Woman of Magdala. Tower”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Madeline Name Origin

Our database records Madeline under French origin. Browse more French baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Madeline a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Madeline is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Madeline

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