Madalyn
girl name#946 in 2025Madalyn entered the US charts in 1899, peaked at #292 in 2008, ranks #946 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1899–2025
#946
rank today
#292
peak (2008)
273
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1278 |
| 1900s | #1203 |
| 1910s | #902 |
| 1920s | #1020 |
| 1930s | #1350 |
| 1940s | #1280 |
| 1950s | #1841 |
| 1960s | #2745 |
| 1970s | #3856 |
| 1980s | #2967 |
| 1990s | #699 |
| 2000s | #361 |
| 2010s | #561 |
| 2020s | #921 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Madalyn has been most popular in TX, CA, OH.
Living bearers
About 21,500 people named Madalyn are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Madalyn alive today was born around 2004, making them about 21 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Madalyn in 2025?
- Madalyn ranks #946 among US girl names in 2025, with 273 babies given the name.
- When was the name Madalyn most popular?
- Madalyn peaked in 2008, reaching #292 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Madalyn with classmates?
- Madalyn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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