Madeleine
GirlHebrew
Madeleine is a girl name of Hebrew origin meaning "tower; from the town of Magdala".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
Hebrew
Religion
Christian
Popularity
9 / 100
Syllables
3
Length
9 letters
Meaning
tower; from the town of Magdala
Etymology
Derived from Hebrew 'Migdāl' meaning 'tower', passed through Greek 'Magdalēnē' and Latin 'Magdalena', and adopted into French as 'Madeleine'.
Famous People Named Madeleine
- Madeleine Albright — United States Secretary of State from 1997 to 2001
- Madeleine de Scudéry — French writer (1607–1701)
- Madeleine Stowe — American actress (born 1958)
- Madeleine L'Engle — American writer (1918–2007)
- Madeleine Peyroux — American jazz singer, songwriter, and guitarist
Frequently Asked Questions About Madeleine
What does the name Madeleine mean?
Madeleine means "tower; from the town of Magdala", and is of Hebrew origin.
What is the origin of the name Madeleine?
Madeleine originates from Hebrew, commonly used in Middle East.
Is Madeleine a boy or girl name?
Madeleine is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Madeleine associated with?
Madeleine is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Madeleine?
Yes — notable people named Madeleine include Madeleine Albright (United States Secretary of State from 1997 to 2001), Madeleine de Scudéry (French writer, 1607–1701), Madeleine Stowe (American actress, born 1958), Madeleine L'Engle (American writer, 1918–2007) and Madeleine Peyroux (American jazz singer).
Last updated: June 2026