Madeleine
girl name#454 in 2025Madeleine entered the US charts in 1881, peaked at #217 in 1998, ranks #454 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1881–2025
#454
rank today
#217
peak (1998)
679
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #671 |
| 1890s | #426 |
| 1900s | #477 |
| 1910s | #490 |
| 1920s | #474 |
| 1930s | #585 |
| 1940s | #540 |
| 1950s | #841 |
| 1960s | #1295 |
| 1970s | #2142 |
| 1980s | #1410 |
| 1990s | #349 |
| 2000s | #307 |
| 2010s | #326 |
| 2020s | #417 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Madeleine has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 39,000 people named Madeleine are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Madeleine alive today was born around 2002, making them about 23 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Madeleine in 2025?
- Madeleine ranks #454 among US girl names in 2025, with 679 babies given the name.
- When was the name Madeleine most popular?
- Madeleine peaked in 1998, reaching #217 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Madeleine with classmates?
- Madeleine will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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