Maialen
Basque form of Magdalene
GenderGirlOriginBasqueSay itmy-ah-LEHNPopularityUncommon
Pronounced my-ah-LEHN
About the name Maialen
Maialen is a traditional Basque name meaning "Basque form of Magdalene." It carries the distinctive sound and deep cultural roots of the Basque language, one of Europe's oldest living tongues.
Girls named Maialen are often seen as grounded, warm, and connected to their heritage.
Fun fact
Maialen reflects the Basque tradition of names drawn from nature, place, and faith rather than Latin or Greek roots, making it linguistically unique in Europe.