Magdala

Meaning of Magdala

Magdala is a beautiful and unique name for a baby girl. It has its origins in the ancient Aramaic language, meaning "tower" or "elevated." The name Magdala is associated with strength, resilience, and spiritual significance. In religious history, Magdala was the hometown of Mary Magdalene, a follower of Jesus Christ. This name has a rich cultural heritage and can be found in various countries around the world. In terms of pronunciation, Magdala can be pronounced as mag-DAH-luh in English (/mægˈdɑlə/) or mahg-DAH-lah in Spanish (/maɡˈdala/). Variations of this name include Magdalena and Magdalene. While not extremely popular in recent years, it holds a special charm and uniqueness that may appeal to parents seeking an unconventional and meaningful name for their daughter.

Pronunciation

English

  • Pronunced as mag-DAH-luh (/mægˈdɑlə/)

Spanish

  • Pronunced as mahg-DAH-lah (/maɡˈdala/)

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