Madeline Colon

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Madeline Colon — Latin
81K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Madeline Colon is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Madeline is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Madeleine or Madeline has biblical origins. The name Magdalena is derived from the Aramaic term "Magdala" (מגדלא), meaning "tower" or "elevated, great." It refers to the town of Magdala on the Sea of Galilee, traditionally identified as the hometown of Mary Magdalene (Mary of Magdala), a prominent figure in the New Testament who was a follower of Jesus. The name was adopted from Aramaic into Greek as Μαγδαληνή (Magdalēnē) and later into Latin as Magdalena. The surname Colon: Alba Colón (born 1968), American automotive engineer and racing executive Bartolo Colón (born 1973), Dominican baseball pitcher Carlos Colón, musician, member of The Deadlines Carlos Colón (born 1948), Puerto Rican wrestler Carly Colón (born 1979), Puerto Rican wrestler, son of Carlos Colón Sr. Christian Colón (born 1989), Puerto Rican baseball infielder Cristóbal Colón, the Spanish language name for the Italian explorer Christopher Columbus (1451–1506) Eddie Colón (born 1982), Puerto Rican wrestler, son of Carlos Colón Sr. Madeline is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 81K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Madeline reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Madeline

Latin

Madeleine or Madeline has biblical origins. The name Magdalena is derived from the Aramaic term "Magdala" (מגדלא), meaning "tower" or "elevated, great." It refers to the town of Magdala on the Sea of Galilee, traditionally identified as the hometown of Mary Magdalene (Mary of Magdala), a prominent figure in the New Testament who was a follower of Jesus. The name was adopted from Aramaic into Greek as Μαγδαληνή (Magdalēnē) and later into Latin as Magdalena.

Surname: Colon

Spanish

Alba Colón (born 1968), American automotive engineer and racing executive Bartolo Colón (born 1973), Dominican baseball pitcher Carlos Colón, musician, member of The Deadlines Carlos Colón (born 1948), Puerto Rican wrestler Carly Colón (born 1979), Puerto Rican wrestler, son of Carlos Colón Sr. Christian Colón (born 1989), Puerto Rican baseball infielder Cristóbal Colón, the Spanish language name for the Italian explorer Christopher Columbus (1451–1506) Eddie Colón (born 1982), Puerto Rican wrestler, son of Carlos Colón Sr.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Madeline is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Madeline by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Madeline Colon

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Madeline Colon:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Madeline?
The first name Madeline originates from Latin. Madeleine or Madeline has biblical origins. The name Magdalena is derived from the Aramaic term "Magdala" (מגדלא), meaning "tower" or "elevated, great." It refers to the town of Magdala on the Sea of Galilee, traditionally identified as the hometown of Mary Magdalene (Mary of Magdala), a prominent figure in the New Testament who was a follower of Jesus. The name was adopted from Aramaic into Greek as Μαγδαληνή (Magdalēnē) and later into Latin as Magdalena.
When was Madeline most popular?
The name Madeline reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Colon?
The surname Colon originates from Spanish. Alba Colón (born 1968), American automotive engineer and racing executive Bartolo Colón (born 1973), Dominican baseball pitcher Carlos Colón, musician, member of The Deadlines Carlos Colón (born 1948), Puerto Rican wrestler Carly Colón (born 1979), Puerto Rican wrestler, son of Carlos Colón Sr. Christian Colón (born 1989), Puerto Rican baseball infielder Cristóbal Colón, the Spanish language name for the Italian explorer Christopher Columbus (1451–1506) Eddie Colón (born 1982), Puerto Rican wrestler, son of Carlos Colón Sr.
What are the origins of the name Madeline Colon?
The name Madeline Colon combines two different traditions: the first name Madeline has Latin roots, while the surname Colon originates from Spanish.
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