Female and male names most popular from last year starting with the letter "M" - page 137.
Matelyn
Unique, historic Welsh name derived from Mathew, meaning 'gift of God,' combined with Celyn, meaning 'hazel tree.' It was popular during the Middle Ages and was famously borne by Matelyn ap Trahaearn, a 12th-century Welsh prince.
Matelynn
Uncommon yet striking Irish name derived from the Gaelic "Máthailín," meaning "strong in battle.
Mateos
Spanish name derived from Latin "Matheus," meaning "gift of God." It's a variant of Matthew and has biblical roots.
Mates
Unique Hungarian name derived from "mátos," meaning "of Matthew." It's a variant of Latin Matthias and has been used by several Hungarian kings and notable individuals throughout history.
Matesha
Swahili name meaning "patience" or "endurance.
Mateu
Catalan name derived from Latin Matthias, meaning "gift of God," with historical figures like Saint Matthias and composer Mateo Romero y Calzada sharing it.
Mateya
Bulgarian name meaning 'heroic', derived from the word 'mate' and associated with Orthodox Christian saints.
Math
Welsh origin, meaning 'gift of God', and is associated with wisdom and justice through King Math of Welsh mythology.
Matha
Martha is an Aramaic female given name meaning "lady" or "mistress," popular throughout history and across cultures, with notable figures such as abolitionist Martha Coffin Wright and artist Martha Graham sharing the name.
Mathai
Rare and distinct Syriac origin given name, derived from the Aramaic word "mathay," meaning "gift of God." It was popular in early Christian communities for children considered blessed by God, and its popularity has spread beyond Syriac roots due to its association with Saint Matthew, one of Jesus Christ's apostles. Today, Mathai is an uncommon yet spiritually significant name choice for parents seeking a distinctive moniker for their child.
Mathai
Hebrew name meaning "gift from God," a variant of Mathew popularized by Saint Matthew, one of Jesus Christ's apostles.
Mathais
Matthias is a Latin-origin male given name meaning "gift of God," associated with Saint Matthias, one of Jesus Christ's apostles.
Mathaniel
Distinctive male given name of Hebrew origin, translating to "gift from God," deeply rooted in the Bible, notably as one of the four Gospel writers.
Mathea
Distinctive Hebrew female given name derived from "mateh," meaning "staff" or "rod," symbolizing strength and support.
Matheau
Charming French name derived from the Occitan Mathieu, which means 'gift of God'.
Mathel
Distinctive Hebrew name meaning 'pillar,' symbolizing strength and endurance.
Mather
English name derived from "mathere," meaning 'woodruff,' popularized during the Tudor period and made famous by Cotton Mather, a prominent American Puritan minister and historian.
Matheson
Unique Scottish masculine given name derived from the surname MacMhaoilghin, meaning 'devoted to God' or 'of noble race'.
Matheu
Spanish origin, derived from the Latin Matthias, meaning "gift of God." It was popularized by the apostle Matthias and has been used throughout history by nobles and royalty, including Matthieu de l'Éscouaille who founded the Jesuits. Today, Matheu remains a popular choice among parents seeking unique yet meaningful names.
Mathew
Matthew, of English origin derived from Latin Matthias, signifies 'gift of God' in Hebrew.
Mathewos
Ethiopian name of Amharic origin, meaning 'gift of God'. It's pronounced /maːtewoʈ/ and spelled variations include Matheus, Mateo, Matthew. Commonly used for males, it's prevalent among the Orthodox Tewahedo Church community due to its religious significance.
Mathhew
Matthew is an English name with Hebrew origins, meaning 'gift of Yahweh,' and has been popular throughout history due to its biblical associations.
Mathie
Mathieu is a French name derived from Late Latin Matthaeus, meaning "gift of God". It has been widely popular across Europe for centuries and is often associated with individuals displaying thoughtfulness, kindness, and strong moral values.
Mathiew
The French name Mathieu originates from the Roman name Matthaeus, composed of 'gift' and 'pertaining to', signifying 'gift of God'. It has been popular throughout history and across several countries.
Mathijs
Dutch name derived from Matthaeus, meaning "gift of God," popular in the Netherlands and Belgium, often shortened to Matte or Matthias.
Mathison
Rare, Scottish-derived given name, originally an Anglicized form of MacMhaoil Chapman, meaning "son of Malcolm the priest," with Malcolm translating to "devotee of Saint Columbia.
Mathison
Distinct Scottish name derived from the surname Matheson, meaning "son of Mhaithín," a Gaelic term for "master.
Mathu
Unique African name of Yoruba origin, traditionally used as both male and female names, and meaning "to make wealthy" in prosperity and success.
Mathue
Mathieu is a French masculine given name derived from Latin 'Matthew', meaning 'gift of God'.
Mathyas
Greek name derived from 'mathyatos', meaning 'pertaining to the sea'.
Mathyis
French name derived from Mathieu, brought to France by the Visigoths in the 5th century AD. It means "gift of Yahweh," signifying gratitude and divine favor. Historically popular among French nobility and royalty, Mathyis remains prevalent in Francophone countries today.
Mati
Unique boy's name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'gift from God' or 'divine gift,' and holds significant historical and cultural importance in Jewish tradition.
Matia
Matica is a unique Latin name derived from 'materia', meaning 'substance' or 'material'. It was historically used for both men and women, symbolizing strength and endurance.
Matia
Spanish name derived from Latin 'Mater', meaning 'mother'. Traditionally feminine, it has recently gained unisex appeal.
Matiah
Hebrew name that means 'gift of God'.
Matiana
Distinctive African name from the Democratic Republic of Congo, derived from "matia," meaning "moon." It translates to "child of the moon" or "moon child.
Maticia
Feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from Matthew, meaning 'gift of God'.
Matie
Italian name derived from Matthew, meaning 'gift of God'.
Matigan
American name created by author Christopher Pike for his character Matt Hunter, with no specific meaning but often associated with creativity and uniqueness.
Matika
Swahili name derived from 'matoke', meaning banana plant, symbolizing prosperity and strength.