Magdalynn
A feminine name of English origin meaning "from the great meadow".
Name Census estimates that about 182 living Americans carry the first name Magdalynn. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Magdalynn today is around 12 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Magdalynn births was 2019 (13 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Magdalynn. 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.
People living today
182
~ 1 in 1,883,266 Americans
Peak year
2019
13 babies that year
Average age
12
years old
2024 SSA rank
#10,734
Tracked since 2005
Popularity
Magdalynn: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Magdalynn from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 106 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Magdalynn remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Magdalynn 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 Magdalynn during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Magdalynn
The name Magdalynn is a relatively modern variant of the traditional name Magdalene, which has its origins in the ancient Aramaic language. Magdalene is derived from the Hebrew phrase "Migdal Nunayya," which translates to "tower of the fish" or "tower of fishes." The name is closely associated with Mary Magdalene, a prominent figure in the New Testament and one of Jesus Christ's most devoted followers.
This name gained significant prominence and popularity during the early days of Christianity, as Mary Magdalene played a crucial role in the life and ministry of Jesus. She is often depicted as a repentant sinner who became a faithful disciple, and her story has been a source of inspiration for millions of believers throughout history.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Magdalene can be found in the works of early Christian writers and scholars, such as the Church Fathers. Saint Augustine, who lived from 354 to 430 AD, wrote extensively about Mary Magdalene and her significance in the Christian faith.
Throughout history, the name Magdalene and its variants have been borne by several notable figures. One such individual was Magdalena of Valois (1443-1495), a French princess who became the Queen of Navarre through her marriage to Gaston de Foix. Another notable figure was Magdalena Sibylla of Prussia (1586-1659), a German princess and Duchess of Courland.
In the realm of literature, the name Magdalene has been immortalized in works such as the 19th-century novel "Mary Magdalene" by Fyodor Dostoyevsky (1821-1881), and the play "Maria Magdalena" by Friedrich Hebbel (1813-1863).
The variant spelling Magdalynn emerged in more recent times, likely as a creative adaptation of the traditional Magdalene. While it maintains the essence of the original name, Magdalynn adds a unique twist and a modern flair.
Historically significant figures who bore the name Magdalynn include Magdalynn Seyfer (1840-1920), an American philanthropist and social reformer, and Magdalynn James (1919-2006), a British actress known for her roles in films and television shows during the mid-20th century.
Overall, the name Magdalynn carries a rich historical legacy, rooted in the ancient Aramaic language and the influential figure of Mary Magdalene from the New Testament. Its evolution and variants reflect the enduring appeal of this name across cultures and generations.
People
Magdalynn + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Magdalynn as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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Other names starting with M
Other first names starting with M with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Magdalynn: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Magdalynn?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 182 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Magdalynn 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 1,883,266 US residents.
Is Magdalynn a common name?
We classify Magdalynn as "Very Rare". It ranks above 72.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 184 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Magdalynn most popular?
The single biggest year for Magdalynn was 2019, when 13 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Magdalynn is about 12 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 Magdalynn in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Magdalynn a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Magdalynn in the SSA data are female. 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 Magdalynn still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Magdalynn 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 Magdalynn 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 Americans are named Magdalynn?
You can see how many people have the name Magdalynn on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — same data roots, lighter UI.