Magdalene
m(a)-gdale-ne, mag-da-lene
Popularity:
3154
Origin:
Hebrew
Meaning:
Woman from Magdala; High tower
A Biblical name, Magdalene is a girl’s name that means “woman from Magdala” or "high tower." In the New Testament, Mary Magdalene was one of the most iconic and intriguing women who traveled with Jesus and was witness to his crucifixion and resurrection. Other variations of Magdalene include Madeline and Madalena. This name was popular during the 19th century, but has become a bit more uncommon since. If you’re interested in Biblical names, look no further than Magdalene.