Feminine dossier · first seen 1890
Madelyn
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
#71 girls’ name in 2025
Peak era
2008
Peak births
4,567
Current vitality
Healthy
Peak generation
Gen Z
1890Peak 20082025
Quick answers about Madelyn
How many people are named Madelyn?
An estimated 106,757 living Americans are named Madelyn.
How rare is Madelyn?
Madelyn is moderately uncommon among babies today, with 3,362 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 26.4% from its 2008 peak. It was the #71 girls’ name in 2025.
How old is the typical Madelyn?
The median age of a living American named Madelyn is approximately 15 years, with most bearers falling between 8 and 22 years old.
Is Madelyn still popular?
Yes. Madelyn is holding steady, with 3,362 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
Peak year
2008
Decline from peak
26.4%
2025
3,362
All-time
116,010