Magdalena

Meaning of Magdalena

Woman from Magdala

Magdalena has Hebrew roots — browse every Hebrew baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Magdalena

Magdalena has cooled off, slipping to #850 in 2025, down from a peak of #807 in 2004.

Notable people named Magdalena

• Magdalena Abakanowicz
  Polish sculptor and fiber artist
• Magdalena Neuner
  German biathlete
• Magdalena Andersson
  Swedish politician, Prime Minister
• Magdalena Kožená
  Czech operatic mezzo-soprano
• Magdalena Ogórek
  Polish historian and politician

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Questions about the name Magdalena

What does the name Magdalena mean?

Magdalena means woman from magdala, and it comes from Hebrew origins.

Is Magdalena a boy's or a girl's name?

Magdalena is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Magdalena?

In 2025, Magdalena ranked #850 for girls, down from #836 the year before.

When was Magdalena most popular?

Magdalena peaked at #807 in 2004.