Maddelena is a unique and elegant female given name of Italian origin, meaning 'from Magdala'. It is derived from the biblical town of Magdala, where Mary Magdalene is believed to have lived. Maddelena was popularized in Italy during the Middle Ages through the cult of Saint Mary Magdalene. Today, it is still cherished as a distinctive choice among parents seeking uncommon yet meaningful names for their daughters.
"Maddelena saw 7 newborns in 2017 and 5 more in 2018, making a total of 12 little ones over those two years."