Madaleno
A form of the name Magdalene with uncertain etymology.
Name Census estimates that about 4 living Americans carry the first name Madaleno. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Madaleno today is around 79 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Madaleno births was 1953 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Madaleno. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Madaleno is about 79 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Madalenos were born before 1957.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Madaleno. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
4
~ 1 in 85,688,585 Americans
Peak year
1953
6 babies that year
Average age
79
years old
1953 SSA rank
#3,653
Tracked since 1953
Popularity
Madaleno: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Madaleno by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Madaleno during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1950s | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Madaleno
Madaleno is a given name of Portuguese origin, derived from the Latin name "Mathalena," which is a variant of the biblical name "Magdalene." The name can be traced back to the Middle Ages, particularly in the regions of Portugal and Spain.
The name Madaleno is closely associated with Mary Magdalene, a prominent figure in the New Testament of the Bible. Mary Magdalene was a devoted follower of Jesus Christ and is regarded as a symbol of repentance and spiritual transformation. As a result, the name Madaleno has often been used in Christian communities, particularly in Catholic and Orthodox traditions.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Madaleno can be found in the 12th century, when it was mentioned in a historical document from the Portuguese region of Alentejo. During this period, the name was primarily used by nobility and upper-class families, reflecting its association with religious and cultural significance.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Madaleno. In the 16th century, Madaleno Caldeira (1540-1611) was a Portuguese Jesuit priest and missionary who played a significant role in the spread of Christianity in India. He is remembered for his efforts in establishing educational institutions and translating religious texts into local languages.
Another notable figure was Madaleno Geraldo (1738-1808), a Portuguese military officer who served in the Peninsular War against the French forces during the Napoleonic era. He was renowned for his bravery and strategic leadership, earning him a place in the annals of Portuguese military history.
In the literary realm, Madaleno Barbosa (1858-1934) was a prominent Brazilian poet and writer. His works, which often explored themes of love, nature, and the human condition, contributed significantly to the development of Brazilian Romantic literature.
In more recent times, Madaleno Marques (1920-2005) was a renowned Portuguese sculptor and artist. His works, which often featured abstract and modernist styles, can be found in various museums and public spaces throughout Portugal.
Madaleno Melo (1941-2017) was a respected Brazilian musician and composer. He was known for his contributions to the bossa nova genre and for his collaborations with other influential Brazilian artists, such as João Gilberto and Tom Jobim.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Madaleno throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields and contributing to the rich cultural tapestry of their respective regions.
People
Madaleno + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Madaleno as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with M
Other first names starting with M with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Madaleno: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Madaleno?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 4 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Madaleno going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 85,688,585 US residents.
Is Madaleno a common name?
We classify Madaleno as "Very Rare". It ranks above 6.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 6 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Madaleno most popular?
The single biggest year for Madaleno was 1953, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Madaleno is about 79 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Madaleno in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Madaleno a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Madaleno in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Madaleno still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Madaleno in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Madaleno can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people share the name Madaleno?
Want to know how many people have the name Madaleno? HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, puts the living-bearer count front and centre.