How to pronounce Madeline (MAD-a-lin)

Notes

From Magdalene. Three syllables in Australia, stress on the first. The final syllable rhymes with 'in'.

Origin & meaning

Origin

Hebrew via Greek/Latin/French

Meaning

from Magdala (Mary Magdalene's town)

Popularity

The popular children's book character Madeline by Ludwig Bemelmans contributed to its widespread use.

Similar spellings (same pronunciation)

• Madalyn
• Madelaine
• Madelyn