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Magdalena

Ancient Greek, Latin, Biblical Hebrewfeminine4 syllables

The story behind Magdalena

Borrowed from Ancient Greek Μαγδαληνή (Magdalēnḗ, “woman from Magdala”).

Other language forms and explanations (2)
  • German entry

    From Ancient Greek Μαγδαληνή (Magdalēnḗ, “woman from Magdala”).

  • Polish entry

    Learned borrowing from Latin Magdalena.

Pronunciation

Czech: [ˈmaɡdalɛna]

Regional pronunciation variants
  • German: /makdaˈleːna/
  • Polish: /maɡ.daˈlɛ.na/

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Middle Names for Magdalena

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