Madlenka

Madlenka is a Czech diminutive form of Magdalena, which derives from the Greek Magdalēnē, meaning "of Magdala," a reference to the ancient town on the Sea of Galilee. The name became widespread throughout Christian Europe largely through the veneration of Mary Magdalene, a prominent figure in the New Testament. Madlenka functions as an affectionate pet form used in Czech-speaking regions, sitting alongside other diminutives such as Madla and Máňa. Related international forms include Madeleine, Magdalene, and Magdalena.