Find out how popular the first name Madrona has been for the last 3 years (from 2014 to 2016) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Madrona by gender

Based on the last 3 years of data, Madrona is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2016, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Madrona.

The history of the first name Madrona

The name Madrona has its origins in the Spanish language, derived from the word "madrono," which refers to the strawberry tree or arbutus tree native to the Mediterranean region. This tree is known for its distinctive red bark and edible berries, which were valued for their medicinal properties in ancient times.

The name Madrona is believed to have first emerged in Spain during the Middle Ages, when many place names and family names were inspired by the natural surroundings and local flora and fauna. As Spanish explorers and settlers ventured to the Americas, they brought this name with them, and it eventually took root in regions like California and the Pacific Northwest, where the arbutus tree is also found.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Madrona can be found in the chronicles of Spanish explorer Juan Rodríguez Cabrillo, who in 1542 named a cove in present-day San Diego "Ensenada de los Madroños" (Cove of the Madroños) after encountering the strawberry trees in the area.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Madrona. In the 16th century, Madrona Ruiz (c. 1530-1590) was a Spanish painter known for her religious works and portraits. In the 19th century, Madrona Vázquez (1825-1902) was a Cuban writer and activist who advocated for women's rights and education.

In the realm of literature, Madrona Marti (1861-1943) was a Catalan poet and essayist who celebrated the beauty of her native region and the Catalan language. In the field of science, Madrona González (1898-1978) was a Spanish physicist and one of the first women to earn a doctorate in physics in Spain.

Another notable figure was Madrona Calderon (1920-2003), a Mexican-American labor activist who fought for the rights of farm workers and played a crucial role in the historic Delano grape strike in the 1960s.

These are just a few examples of the individuals who have carried the name Madrona throughout history, each leaving their mark in their respective fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of cultural heritage associated with this name.

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