Madina
Meaning: Son of Matthew; son of Maud
Origin: English surname — a variant of Mathieson (son of Matthew) or Maddison
Gender: Girl
Rank in Sweden: #1027
Total births: 76
History: Madina resonates with the beauty of the northern lights dancing over Lapland near Härnösand. It became beloved during Jul (Christmas) traditions with julbord feasts, reflecting Stieg Larsson's Millennium trilogy phenomenon. For Swedish parents, Madina embodies gemenskap — a strong sense of community and enduring Nordic grace.
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| Current rank (2022) | #1201 |
| Babies named Madina in 2022 | 4 |
| Total recorded in Sweden | 76 |
| Peak year | 2014 (9 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #662 |
| Years in records | 2007–2022 (16 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 266 spots |
Frequently asked about Madina
What does the name Madina mean?
Madina means “Son of Matthew; son of Maud” from English surname — a variant of Mathieson (son of Matthew) or Maddison roots.
What is the origin of the name Madina?
Madina has English surname — a variant of Mathieson (son of Matthew) or Maddison origin. The traditional meaning is “Son of Matthew; son of Maud”.
How popular is Madina in Sweden?
Madina ranked #1201 in Sweden in 2022 — given to 4 babies that year.
Is Madina a boy or girl name?
Madina is predominantly a girls' name in Sweden — over 90% of Madinas in registered births are female.
Is the name Madina rising or falling in popularity?
Madina has fallen 266 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Sweden — from #935 in 2017 to #1201 in 2022.
How long has Madina been recorded in Sweden?
Madina appears in birth records in Sweden across 16 years — from 2007 through 2022.