Madia
Fact sheet
- Name
- Madia
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
Madia is a female first name that is regarded as a Spanish variant of Madeleine. This, in turn, is a form of the name Magdalena, whose origins lie in the Ancient Greek word magdālā́ (μαγδᾱλᾱ́) and can be traced back to Ancient Hebrew roots. The name means "the one from Magdala" and refers to the historical city of Magdala by the Sea of Galilee in Israel.
What does the name Madia mean?
Madia is a Spanish variation of Madeleine, which is itself a form of the name Magdalena. The name has its roots in the Ancient Greek magdālā́ (μαγδᾱλᾱ́) and originally comes from Ancient Hebrew. Translated, it means "the one from Magdala" and refers to the place Magdala by the Sea of Galilee in Israel. The origin of the name lies in the Ancient Hebrew word migdál (מגדל) or migdaláh, which means "the tower," "elegant," or "magnificent." Migdal also refers to several places in ancient Israel mentioned in the Jewish Talmud (תַּלְמוּד). In biblical tradition, Mary Magdalene is known as a faithful disciple of Jesus Christ and is considered the second most important woman in the New Testament after Mary, the mother of Jesus. Alternatives to Madia include Maddi, Maddie, Madeline, Madelyn, Maddy, Mady, and Madina.
Where does the name Madia come from?
The name Madia has Ancient Hebrew roots and means "the one from Magdala." The linguistic origin refers to the Ancient Hebrew terms migdál (מגדל) or migdaláh, which mean "the tower," "elegant," and "magnificent." The name is primarily found in Spanish.
How do you pronounce Madia?
Madia is pronounced like 'Mah-dia'.
When is the name day of Madia?
The name day for Madia is celebrated on July 22.
Popularity
In Germany, Madia is considered a rather rare first name. Currently, it ranks 5,884th on the list of the most common female baby names. Its best ranking was in 2009, when it reached 2,111th place. In the last ten years, Madia has been given as a first name about 20 times, placing it 7,036th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 6,302nd.
Nicknames & pet names
Maddie / Mads
Frequently asked questions about the name Madia
What is the origin of the name Madia?
Madia has Ancient Hebrew roots and means 'the one from Magdala.' The linguistic origin refers to the terms migdál and migdaláh, which mean 'the tower,' 'elegant,' and 'magnificent.'
What does the name Madia mean?
The name Madia is a Spanish variation of Madeleine, which is itself a form of the name Magdalena. It refers to the place Magdala by the Sea of Galilee in Israel.
How popular is the name Madia?
Madia is particularly common in Spanish-speaking regions, but not as frequently as related names like Madeleine or Maria. Popularity varies by region.