Madeleine is a moderately popular girls' name in United States, ranking #329 in 2009 with 1,000 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 1998 with 1,424 births ranking #217. In 2009, approximately 1 in every 1,837 girls born was named Madeleine. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Madeleine is a refined French classic from the Magdalene family and traditionally means 'woman from Magdala'. It feels elegant, literary, and timeless.
The name has long use in French and English and carries strong religious and cultural recognition. Its polished French form gives it extra sophistication while keeping a familiar foundation.