Magdalene
girl name#1341 in 2025Magdalene entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #430 in 1904, ranks #1341 today — a vintage name making a comeback.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1341
rank today
#430
peak (1904)
165
babies in 2025
comeback
a vintage name making a comeback
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #557 |
| 1890s | #552 |
| 1900s | #556 |
| 1910s | #518 |
| 1920s | #576 |
| 1930s | #687 |
| 1940s | #1056 |
| 1950s | #1532 |
| 1960s | #2333 |
| 1970s | #3247 |
| 1980s | #2837 |
| 1990s | #2565 |
| 2000s | #1996 |
| 2010s | #1801 |
| 2020s | #1645 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Magdalene has been most popular in TX, OH, IN.
Living bearers
About 5,200 people named Magdalene are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Magdalene alive today was born around 1942, making them about 83 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Magdalene in 2025?
- Magdalene ranks #1341 among US girl names in 2025, with 165 babies given the name.
- When was the name Magdalene most popular?
- Magdalene peaked in 1904, reaching #430 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Magdalene with classmates?
- Magdalene will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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