Germanic/Slavic · Girl name
Magda
“short form of Magdalena”
About the name Magda
Magda is a feminine given name commonly used as a short form of Magdalena in various European languages, particularly in Germanic and Slavic regions. Magdalena itself derives from the Hebrew place name Magdala, meaning ‘of Magdala,’ but Magda as a standalone name is not of Hebrew origin. The name is often associated with Mary Magdalene, a prominent figure in Christian tradition. Magda has been used in literature and film, and is found in many European countries as an independent given name.
- Meaning
- short form of Magdalena
- Origin
- Germanic/Slavic
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- MAG-da(2 syl.)
Variants and spellings
No common variant spellings are widely recorded.
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Middle names for Magda
- Magda Maria
- Magda Isabel
- Magda Sofia
- Magda Clara
- Magda Teresa
Questions about Magda
- What does Magda mean?
- Magda is a Germanic name meaning "short form of Magdalena".
- How do you pronounce Magda?
- Magda is pronounced MAG-da, with emphasis on the first syllable.
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