Madilyn is a moderately popular girls' name in United States, ranking #360 in 2023 with 847 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2008 with 1,169 births ranking #288. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 513.8%. In 2023, approximately 1 in every 1,892 girls born was named Madilyn. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Madilyn is a contemporary spelling in the Madeline family and shares the traditional meaning 'woman from Magdala'. It feels youthful, familiar, and very much of its era.
The spelling rose as modern parents adapted classics to fit current style preferences. Even with the newer look, the name still sits firmly in a very old and well-known family.