Madelyn
girl name#70 in 2025Madelyn entered the US charts in 1890, peaked at #58 in 2023, ranks #70 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1890–2025
#70
rank today
#58
peak (2023)
3,362
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #871 |
| 1900s | #551 |
| 1910s | #412 |
| 1920s | #400 |
| 1930s | #518 |
| 1940s | #503 |
| 1950s | #672 |
| 1960s | #1006 |
| 1970s | #1289 |
| 1980s | #1346 |
| 1990s | #419 |
| 2000s | #104 |
| 2010s | #68 |
| 2020s | #65 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Madelyn has been most popular in TX, CA, NY.
Living bearers
About 107,000 people named Madelyn are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Madelyn alive today was born around 2011, making them about 14 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Madelyn in 2025?
- Madelyn ranks #70 among US girl names in 2025, with 3,362 babies given the name.
- When was the name Madelyn most popular?
- Madelyn peaked in 2023, reaching #58 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Madelyn with classmates?
- Madelyn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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