Mahulena

A literary name, likely invented by Czech author Julius Zeyer for his 1898 play, Radúz and Mahulena, Mahulena is an intriguing yet familiar sounding choice, probably inspired by Magdalena. The play uses elements of classic fairy tales, Slovak mythology, and Indian dramas to tell the story of Radúz and Mahulena, lovers from feuding kingdoms.

Possibly borrowing from the German diminutive Maleen (appearing in Grimms' Fairy Tales), Mahulena could mean "from the high tower", if it is related to Magdalena. It is recognized as a name in the Czech Republic where it has its own name day (November 17) and is borne by actress Mahulena Bočanová.

Mahuliena is the Slovakian form, celebrated on July 22, and pronounced mah-huw-LI-yeh-na.

Pronounced mah-hoo-LAY-nah.