Madalena Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Madalena Name at a Glance

Name	Madalena
Meaning	Bitter; Woman from Magdala. Variant of Madeleine.
Origin	Spanish
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Madalena Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Madalena means “Bitter; Woman from Magdala. Variant of Madeleine”. 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.

Madalena Name Origin

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

Is Madalena a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Madalena

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