Madina
2025 SSA
About Madina
Madina is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Arabic tradition, it means 'city' and holds special significance as 'Al-Madina' refers to Medina, the holy city of Islam. In Slavic languages, particularly Russian, it's derived from Magdalene with connections to 'magdala' meaning 'tower.' The name is popular across diverse regions including Central Asia, the Caucasus, Middle East, and parts of Eastern Europe. Madina carries connotations of civilization, spirituality, and strength depending on the cultural context. With its melodic three syllables and soft consonants, the name has a gentle yet distinctive sound. The name's cross-cultural nature makes it appealing to families with diverse backgrounds or those seeking a name with international resonance.
Pronounced muh-DEE-nuh.
As of October 2026, Madina ranked #2314 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2217 in 2023.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #3,065 | 55 | 30.8 |
| 2015 | #3,286 | 50 | 28 |
| 2016 | #2,612 | 68 | 38.4 |
| 2017 | #2,589 | 68 | 39.4 |
| 2018 | #2,667 | 65 | 38.2 |
| 2019 | #3,069 | 53 | 31.6 |
| 2020 | #2,516 | 69 | 42.7 |
| 2021 | #2,770 | 62 | 37.8 |
| 2022 | #2,286 | 82 | 50 |
| 2023 | #2,217 | 85 | 53 |
| 2024 | #2,238 | 84 | 51.8 |
| 2025 | #2,314 | 79 | 49.2 |
World rankings
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