Magdala

Q: What is the origin of Magdala?

Magdala is of Aramaic origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Magdala?

According to the latest SSA data, Magdala is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Magdala a girl name?

Magdala is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Tower; From Magdala"

Name from the Galilean place Magdala, interpreted via Semitic roots as tower and associated with Mary Magdalene in Christian texts.

Themes:biblicalplace nametowerantiquity

Biblical Unique Rare

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Popularity History of Magdala

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Magdala did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Magdala Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Magdala.

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Magie

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Magd

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magy

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magd

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dala

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alay

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gday

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mie

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Baby Name Lists That Include Magdala

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Magdala mean?

Magdala means "Tower; From Magdala". Name from the Galilean place Magdala, interpreted via Semitic roots as tower and associated with Mary Magdalene in Chris

What is the origin of Magdala?

Magdala is of Aramaic origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Magdala?

According to the latest SSA data, Magdala is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Magdala a girl name?

Magdala is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Magdala?

Popular nicknames for Magdala include Magie, Magd, magy, magd, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Magdala?

There are many names similar to Magdala in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginAramaic, Hebrew

Syllables3

Length7 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withM

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Abba Bart Bartholomew Bernabe Barnabas

Sisters

Bethsaida Getsemani Gethsemane Marta Maranatha

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