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Name Origin

Magda is a feminine given name of Greek origin, typically considered a shortened form of Magdalene. Magdalene itself means 'from Magdala,' which was a town in Galilee mentioned in the Bible.

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Famous People

Magda Goebbels (1901-1945)

Wife of Nazi Propaganda Minister Joseph Goebbels

    Magda Szabo (1917-2007)

    Hungarian novelist and poet

    • Won the Attila József Prize
    • Best known for her novel 'The Door'

    Magda Linette (1992-)

    Polish professional tennis player

    • Won three WTA singles titles
    • Reached a career-high ranking of No. 33 in the world