Madelinn is of French origin and means 'from Magdala', a town in Galilee where Mary Magdalene, an important figure in Christianity, was said to have lived. This name gained popularity during the Middle Ages as a feminine form of Madeline, which itself evolved from the Latin name Magdalene. In the United States, the name Madelinn has seen a steady rise in usage since the early 2000s, likely due to its unique sound and association with popular names like Madeleine and Madison. It is often spelled variations such as Madelin or Madeline, but the spelling Madelinn offers a distinctive touch while still being easy to pronounce and write.
The name Madelinn was popular among parents from 1999 to 2019, with a total of 62 babies being named Madelinn during this period. The name's popularity seemed to fluctuate over the years, with some years seeing no more than five births and others reaching as high as seven. Notably, there were no reported births with the name Madelinn in 2003 or any year between 2006 and 2009 inclusive.