Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Madeline.
National Rank (2025)
#81
All-Time Peak Rank
#50 (1998)
Total U.S. Births
207,385
Unisex Distribution0.1% Boy / 99.9% GirlBalance: Overwhelmingly Female
💡 The Madeline Vibe: This choice is considered a Modern Trend. A contemporary choice reflecting current cultural naming rhythms and popularity brackets.
📖 The Story Behind Madeline
According to SSA data, Madeline achieved its highest historical rank of #50 in 1998. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 1998 with 5,869 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have decreased by 7.6%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 146 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Madeline scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Rising
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
-7.6% Decline
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record5,869Births in 1998
Years in Top 100
31yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
146Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:454
1890s:2,242
1900s:4,080
1910s:13,042
1920s:15,558
1930s:8,516
1940s:9,602
1950s:6,270
1960s:4,775
1970s:2,739
1980s:5,497
1990s:36,967
2000s:48,280
2010s:32,375
2020s:16,988
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesMa-de-line
Letter Count8 Letters
Spelling ComplexityComplex
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 79.0% of SSA names. Starts with M, a letter used by only 7.6% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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