Everything about the name MIGDALIA

Meaning, origin, history

Migdalia is a unique and captivating feminine given name of Hebrew origin. Derived from the Hebrew word "Migdal," which means "tower," Migdalia signifies strength, height, and elevation. This name holds significant historical and biblical importance.

In the Bible, Migdal was a small town near the Sea of Galilee where Jesus performed some of his miracles. It is believed that Mary Magdalene, one of Jesus' most devoted followers, came from this town, thus making Migdalia associated with her name as well.

The name Migdalia also has strong ties to Jewish culture and history. In Hebrew tradition, a migdal (tower) represents resilience and endurance in the face of adversity. Therefore, giving a child the name Migdalia is seen as bestowing upon them qualities of strength, perseverance, and ambition.

While Migdalia may not be one of the most common names, it stands out for its distinctive origin and powerful meaning. It's a beautiful choice for parents looking to give their daughter a unique identity while honoring ancient traditions and history.

See also

Jewish

Popularity of the name MIGDALIA since 1880

Birth evolution

Popularity analysis

Statistics on the name Migdalia in the United States:

The name Migdalia has seen varied popularity over the years in the United States. The earliest year with available data is 1948, where there were 13 births with this name. This number increased steadily throughout the late 1950s and early 1960s, reaching a peak of 230 births in 1961.

However, from the mid-1960s onwards, the popularity of Migdalia began to decline. There were still over 100 births each year until the late 1970s, but this number then fell to fewer than 50 births per year by the early 1980s.

In recent years, the name Migdalia has become quite rare. Between 2005 and 2020, there were only around 60 births recorded each year with this name. The lowest point was in 2010 with just 7 births, while the most recent data from 2020 shows that there were still 8 Migdalia babies born that year.

Overall, from 1948 to 2020, there have been a total of 4281 births recorded in the United States with the name Migdalia. While it may not be as popular today as it once was, this name still has a significant presence in American birth records.