Magdalena
Meaning of Magdalena
Magdalena is a beautiful and timeless name for a baby girl. It has a rich history and is pronounced differently in various languages. In English, it is pronounced as mag-duh-LAY-nuh, while in Polish and Spanish, it is pronounced as mahg-dah-LEH-nah. The name Magdalena also has some variations such as Lena and Magda.
Looking at the data for newborns in the United States of America, we can see that the popularity of the name Magdalena has been fairly consistent over the years. While it may not be among the most popular names, it still maintains a steady presence. In recent years, around 250 to 300 girls have been given this beautiful name annually.
Choosing Magdalena as a name for your baby girl will give her a sense of elegance and sophistication. Its international appeal makes it suitable for families with different cultural backgrounds. With its historical significance and melodic sound, Magdalena is a wonderful choice for parents looking for a unique yet classic name for their daughter.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as mag-duh-LAY-nuh (/mæg.də.ˈleɪn.ə/)
Spanish
- Pronunced as mahg-dah-LEH-nah (/maɡ.ˈda.le.na/)
Polish
- Pronunced as mahg-dah-LEH-nah (/maɡ.da.ˈlɛ.na/)
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Notable People Named Magdalena
| Magdalena Neuner - Lena Holzer is a retired German professional biathlete, the most successful woman in Biathlon World Championships, and a two-time Olympic gold medalist. |
| Eva Magdalena Andersson is a prominent Swedish politician and economist, currently serving as the Leader of the Opposition and the Swedish Social Democratic Party, with previous roles including Prime Minister and Minister for Finance. |
| Magdalena Abakanowicz was a renowned Polish sculptor and fiber artist recognized for her innovative use of textiles in sculpture and outdoor installations, and she also had a significant teaching career. |
| Magdalena Żernicka-Goetz is a renowned Polish-British developmental biologist and professor at the University of Cambridge and California Institute of Technology. |
| Magdalena Lilly Eriksson is a Swedish professional footballer known for her versatility and skill, playing for Bayern Munich and the Sweden national team. |
| Magdalena Solís, also known as The High Priestess of Blood, was a Mexican serial killer and cult leader who allegedly orchestrated several murders involving the drinking of the victims' blood in Yerba Buena, San Luis Potosí, during the early 1960s. |
| Magdalena Georgieva Maleeva is a former professional Bulgarian tennis player who achieved a career-high singles ranking of world No. 4 and won ten career singles titles during her time on the WTA Tour. |
| Magdalena Forsberg - Magdalena "Magda" Forsberg is a Swedish former cross-country skier and biathlete, known for her dominance in biathlon, winning the Biathlon World Cup for six consecutive years and holding the record for the most World Cup victories in women's biathlon. |
| Magdalena Martullo-Blocher is a Swiss billionaire, businesswoman, and politician, known for her role as the majority shareholder and executive vice chairman of Ems-Chemie and as a member of the National Council for the canton of Graubünden. |
| Ada María Magdalena Sierra is an Argentine architect and politician who has served as a National Deputy and a member of the Buenos Aires Province Senate. |
| Magdalena Valerio Cordero is a Spanish legal expert and politician, currently serving as president of the Council of State and previously as Minister of Labour, Migrations and Social Security of the Government of Spain. |
| Magdalena Agnieszka Ogórek is a Polish TV presenter and politician who ran as a presidential candidate for the Democratic Left Alliance in 2015. |
| Magdalena Ribbing, a Swedish writer, journalist, etiquette expert, and lecturer, married radio journalist Thomas Hempel in 1981. |
| Magdalena Ho is a Polish-Vietnamese woman who won the title of Miss Earth Poland in 2015. |
| Magdalena Szczepańska is a retired Polish heptathlete who represented Poland in the Olympics and won a silver medal at the 2004 European Combined Events Cup. |
