Madeline is a baby girl name of Hebrew origin. Meaning “woman from Magdala,” this name can pay homage to you or baby’s family tree. According to the Hebrew Bible, Magdala is a village near the Sea of Galilee and the birthplace of Saint Mary Magdala. Madeline is also an Anglicized name for the Israeli town, containing plenty of history and breathtaking scenery. With a name like Madeline, baby will never be too far from the shores of Magdala.