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Name Origin

Magdalena is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin, derived from Magdalene. It means 'woman from Magdala', a town on the Sea of Galilee mentioned in the Bible. Magdalene is most famously associated with Mary Magdalene, a follower of Jesus who is often depicted as a repentant sinner.

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Famous People

Magdalena Abakanowicz (1930-2017)

Sculptor, textile artist

  • Known for her large-scale installations and sculptures made from woven fiber.
  • Represented Poland at the Venice Biennale in 1980.