Magdalena
girl name#849 in 2025Magdalena entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #306 in 1882, ranks #849 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#849
rank today
#306
peak (1882)
320
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #366 |
| 1890s | #483 |
| 1900s | #600 |
| 1910s | #761 |
| 1920s | #739 |
| 1930s | #804 |
| 1940s | #902 |
| 1950s | #848 |
| 1960s | #825 |
| 1970s | #864 |
| 1980s | #942 |
| 1990s | #834 |
| 2000s | #886 |
| 2010s | #1051 |
| 2020s | #907 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Magdalena has been most popular in CA, TX, IL.
Living bearers
About 16,000 people named Magdalena are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Magdalena alive today was born around 1989, making them about 36 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Magdalena in 2025?
- Magdalena ranks #849 among US girl names in 2025, with 320 babies given the name.
- When was the name Magdalena most popular?
- Magdalena peaked in 1882, reaching #306 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Magdalena with classmates?
- Magdalena will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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