UK girl's name
Madeliene
A French feminine name meaning "woman from Magdala" or "exalted woman".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2010. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Madeliene is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Madeliene popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2010 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5707, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2001, with 4 births.
This profile covers 11 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2001 to 2010. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 11 living people in the UK are called Madeliene. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2011 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Madeliene ranked #5707 for girls in England and Wales in 2010, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2001, when 4 girls were registered as Madeliene.
- • About 11 living people in the UK are estimated to have Madeliene as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5707
2010
Births in 2010
3
Latest year
Peak year
2001
4 births
Estimated living
11
2026
Meaning
What does Madeliene mean?
The name Madeliene has its origins in the medieval Germanic language and is derived from the Germanic root "Madel," meaning "maiden" or "virgin." This root eventually evolved into the Old French form "Madeleine," which was later adopted into English as Madeliene.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Madeliene can be found in the Bible, where it was used for Mary Magdalene, a prominent figure in the New Testament. Mary Magdalene was a devoted follower of Jesus Christ and is often depicted as a repentant sinner who witnessed his crucifixion and resurrection.
In the Middle Ages, the name Madeliene gained popularity across Europe, particularly in France and England. It was often associated with religious devotion and piety, influenced by the biblical figure of Mary Magdalene. Notable historical figures who bore the name Madeliene include Madeleine de Scudéry (1607-1701), a prominent French writer and intellectual during the reign of Louis XIV.
During the Renaissance and Enlightenment periods, the name Madeliene continued to be used, often among aristocratic and intellectual circles. One famous bearer of the name was Madeleine de Souvré, Marquise de Sablé (1599-1678), a French writer and influential salonnière who hosted one of the most renowned literary salons in Paris.
In more recent history, the name Madeliene has been carried by several notable figures, such as Madeleine Albright (1937-2022), the first female United States Secretary of State, who served under President Bill Clinton. Another prominent Madeliene was Madeleine L'Engle (1918-2007), an American writer best known for her classic children's novel "A Wrinkle in Time."
Additionally, Madeliene Vionnet (1876-1975) was a renowned French fashion designer who revolutionized the way women's clothing was designed and constructed, while Madeleine Pauliac (1912-1998) was a French resistance fighter during World War II, known for her bravery and commitment to the cause of liberation.
These examples illustrate the enduring popularity and cultural significance of the name Madeliene throughout history, spanning various fields and eras.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Madeliene over time
The chart below shows babies named Madeliene registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2001 to 2010. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Madeliene, the clearest high point is 2001. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2010, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Madeliene by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Madeliene was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #5707 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #3778 | 8 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Madeliene
- Megan 70,884
- Mia 67,204
- Molly 47,734
- Millie 44,390
- Maisie 32,671
- Matilda 29,965
- Maya 26,445
- Madison 18,441
- Maria 17,304
- Mollie 15,914
- Martha 15,116
- Maddison 14,918
FAQ
Madeliene: questions and answers
How popular is the name Madeliene in the UK right now?
In 2010, Madeliene was ranked #5707 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Madeliene most popular?
The peak year on record was 2001, with 4 babies registered as Madeliene in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Madeliene?
A French feminine name meaning "woman from Magdala" or "exalted woman".
How many people are called Madeliene in the UK?
A total of 11 babies have been registered as Madeliene across the 3 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.