Baby names starting with M

Latin · A Latin-style form of Matthew or Matthias, from Hebrew meaning "gift of God."

Arabic · Likely a modern Arabic-leaning form, often heard as a stylish contemporary name with bright, energetic sound.

Arabic · From Mi'raj, an Arabic word meaning "ascent," especially associated with a spiritual rising.

Arabic · Likely a variant of Makari, a name often interpreted as "blessed" or fortunate.

Indian · Likely a variant of Mihir, from Sanskrit meaning "sun" or sunlight.

Slavic · A variant of Nikolai, from Greek roots meaning "victory of the people."

Arabic · A compound of Muhammad, "praised," and Yusuf, the Arabic form of Joseph meaning "God increases."

Spanish · Taken from the Mojave place name and desert, the name carries a strong Southwestern, landscape-based identity.

Greek · From the artistic word mosaic, meaning a picture made from many pieces, from Greek-rooted traditions.

Arabic · A compound of Muhammad, "praised," and Amir, meaning "prince" or "commander."

Arabic · A compound of Muhammad, "praised," and Hassan, meaning "handsome" or "good."

Arabic · A compound of Muhammad, "praised," and Yahya, the Arabic form of John meaning "God is gracious."

Arabic · Likely from Arabic roots meaning "helper," "supporter," or one who gives aid.

Chinese · A Chinese name whose meaning depends on the characters, often associated with sunlight, admiration, or trees.

English · Maisleigh is a modern English-style blend of May or Maisie with the suffix -leigh.

English · Marliya is a modern elaboration of Marley or Marla, formed in contemporary English naming style.

English · Meiarra is a modern invented name, likely built from Maia or Mya with a decorative ending.

Hebrew · Likely related to Hebrew Meor or Meir, carrying the sense of light or giving light.

English · A modern invented name with a musical sound, probably formed from Miya or Mion plus a decorative ending.

Welsh · Maelen likely reflects Celtic roots related to Mael, a title meaning chief or prince, reshaped in modern use.

English · Maeloni appears to be a modern invented name, probably formed from Mae with a melodic ending.

Persian · Mahidevran comes from Persian elements meaning "moon of the age" or "beauty of the era."

Hebrew · Mahloni appears related to Hebrew Mahlon or Mahli, names associated with weakness or delicacy in biblical tradition.

French · Marianie is likely a blended form of Maria and Annie, combining Hebrew-rooted and French-influenced traditions.

Hebrew · Marthina blends Martha and Martina, joining a biblical Hebrew name with a Latin feminine form.

English · Mylarae is a modern combination name blending Myla with Rae, a name tied to light or grace.

French · Maellie is a French-style elaboration of Maelle or Ellie, giving it a soft diminutive feel.

Irish · Maevin appears to be a modern adaptation of Maeve, the Irish name associated with an intoxicating or noble queen.

Irish · Maevlyn blends the Irish name Maeve with the English suffix -lyn, creating a modern elaboration.

Irish · Maevy is a diminutive modern form of Maeve, the Irish queenly name often interpreted as 'she who intoxicates.'

Hebrew · Malieah likely blends Malie and Malia, names associated with calmness and with Hebrew-linked Mary forms.

Latin · Mariavitoria combines Maria and Vitoria, joining the classic Marian name with a word meaning 'victory.'

Hebrew · Mariia is a Slavic spelling of Maria, from the Hebrew Miriam, a name with ancient biblical roots.

English · A modern compound of Mary, from Hebrew Miryam, and Collins, an Irish surname meaning descendant of Coileain.

Indian · Likely a modern South Asian form influenced by Arabic naming, often associated with brightness, happiness, or graceful beauty.

Latin · An embellished form of Maxine, from Latin Maximus, meaning greatest.

Indian · Likely a modern Indian-style name with a melodic form, possibly suggesting charm, grace, or springlike beauty.

English · A modern invented name blending trendy sounds like Maz- and -leigh, with no single traditional etymology.

Chinese · Likely a modern East Asian-style name built from syllables associated with beauty, brightness, or elegance.

Greek · A variant of Melania, from Greek melania meaning blackness or dark.

Spanish · Used in Latin America and linked to Mapuche usage, often interpreted as golden flower.

Chinese · A Chinese-style name that can evoke wooden grace or simple elegance depending on characters chosen.

Greek · Borrowed from the scientific term myelin, from Greek myelos meaning marrow, used as a rare modern name.

Hebrew · A variant of Myrrh or Mira, associated with the fragrant resin myrrh and ancient Semitic roots.

Arabic · Muhammadadam combines Muhammad, "praised," with Adam, the Hebrew name meaning "man" or "earth."

Arabic · Maazin is an Arabic name often linked with rain clouds or gathered rain, suggesting blessing and abundance.

Irish · Mooney is an Irish surname from Ó Maonaigh, often linked with wealth or devotion in older Gaelic usage.

Arabic · Muhammadzayd combines Muhammad, meaning praised, with Zayd, an Arabic name meaning growth or abundance.

Spanish · Murillo is a Spanish surname and place-derived name, likely referring to a small walled place or settlement.

Indian · Maanvik is an Indian modern compound name, often read as conveying dignity, mind, or humanity depending on Sanskrit elements.

Latin · Maleo is a modern Leo-related form and also recalls the rare maleo bird, giving it leonine and nature-linked associations.

Irish · Manix is a surname-derived Irish name related to Mannix, traditionally linked to a monk or monastic lineage.

African · Mbaye is a West African name, especially in Senegal, tied to Wolof and Serer naming traditions and family lineage.

Spanish · Drawn from the Nahuatl place-name Mictlan, the underworld in Aztec belief, used as a rare modern name.

English · Likely a modern coinage blending Millie with a grand ending like -eon or million.

Indian · Likely an Indian modern name, possibly formed from Sanskrit-inspired sounds with a contemporary style.

Norse · Known in Norse myth as Thor's son Modi, meaning courage or wrath; also appears as an Indian surname and given name.

Arabic · A compound Arabic Muslim name combining Muhammad with nabi, meaning prophet.

Arabic · A compound Arabic Muslim name combining Muhammad with Taha, a sacred Quranic name and title associated with the Prophet.

Spanish · Used through the Spanish form of the Aztec ruler's name Moctezuma, associated with nobility and historic leadership.

African · Used in several African languages, often connected with womanhood, personhood, or regional naming traditions.

Hebrew · A modern form inspired by Messiah, from Hebrew mashiach, meaning anointed one.