Find out how popular the first name Magdelana has been for the last 1 years (from 2005 to 2005) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Magdelana by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Magdelana is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2005, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Magdelana.

The history of the first name Magdelana

Magdelana is a feminine given name with origins in the Late Greek name Μαγδαληνή (Magdalēnē). It is derived from the Aramaic name מגדלא (Magdela), which refers to the town of Magdala, located on the western shore of the Sea of Galilee in present-day Israel. The name itself means "woman from Magdala".

One of the most notable historical references to this name is found in the New Testament of the Bible, where Mary Magdalene is described as one of Jesus Christ's most devoted followers. She is believed to have been present at his crucifixion and is also identified as the first person to witness his resurrection. As such, the name Magdelana carries significant religious and spiritual connotations within Christianity.

The earliest recorded examples of the name Magdelana date back to the Middle Ages, where it was particularly popular in various regions of Europe. One of the earliest known individuals with this name was Magdelana of Jülich (c. 1230-1283), a German noblewoman who served as the Abbess of the Cistercian convent in Jülich, Germany.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Magdelana. These include Magdelana Zápolya (1508-1558), a Hungarian princess and the wife of King Louis II of Hungary and Bohemia; Magdelana of Valois (1520-1537), a French princess and the daughter of King Francis I of France; and Magdelana de Pazzi (1566-1607), an Italian Carmelite nun and mystic who was later canonized as a saint by the Catholic Church.

Another prominent figure with this name was Magdelana Maria Morata (1516-1545), an Italian Renaissance scholar and Protestant reformer who was highly regarded for her expertise in classical literature and languages. Additionally, Magdelana of Brandenburg (1582-1616) was a German princess and the Electress of Brandenburg, playing a significant role in the religious and political affairs of her time.

While these are just a few examples, the name Magdelana has been borne by numerous individuals throughout history, reflecting its enduring presence across various cultures and time periods.

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