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Magdalena

"of Magdala"

Nicknames Magda · Malena · Lena

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mahg·dah·LEH·nah

4 syllables. The highlighted syllable takes the stress. Pronunciation guide

Where it comes from

Aramaic Magdala (tower), the Galilean village of Mary Magdalene

What Magdalena means

Magdalena is a girl name of Aramaic origin meaning "of Magdala". It comes from Aramaic Magdala (tower), the Galilean village of Mary Magdalene. It is pronounced mahg-dah-LEH-nah.

Feast of Saint Mary Magdalene, July 22.

Nicknames in Mexico: Magda, Malena, Lena. See the guide to Mexican nicknames.

Popularity: a common name in Mexico.

Related meanings: saint, faith.

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