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Magdalena

Girl

Hebrew, Aramaic, Greek origin ยท /mag-duh-LAY-nuh/ ยท biblical

Meaning: Of Magdala.

Popularity 15/1004 syllablesโ†‘ Rising

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Today, Magdalena is a rare name (popularity 15/100).

It has been climbing in popularity in recent years.

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Magdalena is derived from the Hebrew name 'Migdal', meaning 'tower', and refers to the town of Magdala on the Sea of Galilee. It is most famously associated with Mary Magdalene, a follower of Jesus in the New Testament. The name has been used in various cultures, including Spanish, Polish, German, and Scandinavian, often with slight variations in spelling and pronunciation.

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