Feminine dossier · first seen 1881
Madeleine
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
1998
Peak births
1,424
Current vitality
Fragile
Peak generation
Gen Z
1881Peak 19982025
Quick answers about Madeleine
How many people are named Madeleine?
An estimated 38,406 living Americans are named Madeleine.
How rare is Madeleine?
Madeleine is moderately uncommon among babies today, with 679 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 52.3% from its 1998 peak.
How old is the typical Madeleine?
The median age of a living American named Madeleine is approximately 21 years, with most bearers falling between 12 and 30 years old.
Is Madeleine still popular?
Yes. Madeleine is holding steady, with 679 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
Peak year
1998
Decline from peak
52.3%
2025
679
All-time
45,722