Madelyn
Meaning of Madelyn
Madelyn is the modern, free-spirited spelling of Madeleine, a French form of Magdalene that traces all the way back to Mary of Magdala—so she carries a passport stamped in ancient Galilee, Parisian cafés, and today’s suburban playgrounds. Pronounced MAD-uh-lin, the name rolls off the tongue like a friendly wave, at once classic and current. Parents have clearly felt the charm: after a quiet century, Madelyn sprinted up the U.S. charts in the late 1990s and now hovers comfortably in the Top 100—popular enough to feel familiar, yet distinctive in a classroom roll call. Literary lovers hear echoes of Ludwig Bemelmans’ brave little Madeline, while pop-culture fans may picture actress Madelyn Cline’s sun-kissed screen presence. All in all, Madelyn blends history, grace, and a dash of contemporary sparkle—perfect for a daughter you hope will honor the past while carving out her own bright story.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as MAD-uh-lin (/ˈmæd.lɪn/)
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Notable People Named Madelyn
| Madelyn Cline is an American actress and model best known for Outer Banks, Glass Onion, and I Know What You Did Last Summer. |
| Madelyn Renée - Madelyn Renee Monti is an American soprano and actress known professionally as Madelyn Renee. |
| Madelyn Deutch is an American actress, musician, and writer known for writing, starring in, and composing the score for The Year of Spectacular Men. |
| Madelyn Rodríguez - Madelyn Andrea Rodriguez Rosario is a Dominican taekwondo athlete who won the team kyorugi gold at the 2023 Pan American Games. |
