Madelin Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Madelin, originating from the French diminutive of Madeleine, signifies 'high tower' or 'elevated place.' The name has its roots in the Hebrew name Magdala and has evolved through various forms. It gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in French-speaking areas. The name embodies traits of elegance and modernity, while lacking direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Madelin"
Pronunciation
/ˈmædəˌlɪn/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Madelin is a diminutive form of the name Madeleine, which is derived from the Hebrew name Magdala, meaning 'tower' or 'elevated place.'
Meaning
high tower, elevated place
Language Evolution
Magdala (Hebrew), Madeleine (French), Madelin (French diminutive)
Historical Usage
Madelin gained popularity as a feminine name in the 20th century, particularly in French-speaking regions, due to the influence of the name Madeleine.
Variants & Derivatives
Madeleine, Madaline, Maddie
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Madelin is perceived as a stylish and modern name, appealing to parents looking for unique yet feminine names.
Famous People
Madelin Pugh, an American artist known for her contemporary works.
📊 Madelin Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Madelin Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 115 peak births in 2000
Geographic Spread
Popular across 19 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Madelin"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Madelin"
"Madelin" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3266th of 9107 | 140 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4426th of 9204 | 74 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5964th of 12526 | 77 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3255th of 19264 | 332 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3593rd of 27321 | 438 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2075th of 35406 | 1,448 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3067th of 30306 | 643 |
Regional Popularity of "Madelin" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Madelin" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
39.36% 1371st/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
45.16% 2021st/4475 |
66.79% 3469th/5194 |
51.12% 3229th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
49.41% 2264th/4582 |
33.99% 1755th/5164 |
30.71% 2246th/7313 |
31.88% 2379th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
60.51% 2715th/4487 |
40.81% 2784th/6822 |
42.91% 2693rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Madelin"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Madelin" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Madelin" in the United States
The name Madelin is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Madelin has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Madelin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3266th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4426th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5964th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3255th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3593rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2075th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3067th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Madelin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.