The nameMado
Mado is a French pet form of Madeleine.
- Girl's name
- French
Meaning
Madeleine comes from Mary of Magdala, a town whose name comes from the Hebrew migdal, "tower".
Origin
French, of Hebrew origin.
History
In France it was mostly given in the 2000s and 2010s.
Popularity of the name Mado
Mado in France
2589thmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
2010peak year (35 births)
515babies named Mado in France since 1900
Mado was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 220 births over the decade, 43% of all recorded babies named Mado. Its rise began around 1932, and it peaked in 2010. Half of all babies named Mado in France were born before 2007, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers.
Variants and related names
Mado in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mado mean?
Madeleine comes from Mary of Magdala, a town whose name comes from the Hebrew migdal, "tower".
What is the origin of the name Mado?
French, of Hebrew origin.
Is Mado a girl's or a boy's name?
Mado is a girl's name.
What are the variants of the name Mado?
Variants and related names of Mado include Marie and Mary.