Female and male names most popular since 1880 - page 1419.
Maella
Distinctively Spanish feminine name derived from 'María Ella', meaning 'Mary Ella'.
Mahid
Distinctive Swahili name meaning "good fortune" or "luck," originating from East Africa's lingua franca, with historical significance in African folklore as a name for children born during prosperous times.
Makeena
Female African name of Yoruba origin from Nigeria and Benin, meaning "the face has been seen," signifying divine favor.
Makel
Rare Hebrew name meaning "measure," derived from the word "mequel." It holds deep religious significance, being one of four Levitical cities in biblical times, and is associated with 13th-century Jewish scholar Rabbi Meir of Rothenburg.
Makhala
Distinctive African Zulu name meaning "celebration" or "festivity", embodying joy and good cheer.
Malaja
South Slavic origin, derived from "maly," meaning "small." It signifies littleness, often associated with gentleness or delicacy, and has been historically popular among Slavic-speaking populations.
Manvitha
Manvitha, of Indian origin, means 'born like a jewel'.
Marcelous
Rare African-origin given name, believed to be Nigerian, with no widely documented meaning.
Margues
Unique Spanish given name derived from the surname Marques, which means 'marks' or 'brand'. Originally associated with nobility in Spain, it now stands as a strong and powerful name with historical roots.
Marguritte
Rare French feminine given name derived from "marguerite," meaning "daisy" in English, signifying beauty, fragility, and purity. Popularized during the Middle Ages among French nobility, it carries historical elegance and sophistication.
Markeece
African-American variant spelling of Mark meaning 'dedicated to Mars' or 'warlike'.
Markyla
Unique female name of African American origin, created during the late 20th century as a creative alternative to traditional names. Its meaning is not clearly defined but some associate it with a blend of "Mark" (Latin: dedicated to Mars) and "Kyla" (Irish: slender; Scottish: narrow promontory). Despite its lack of historical precedent, Markyla has gained popularity in recent years within African American communities.
Masaharu
Traditional Japanese male given name with kanji characters meaning "true" and "clear," signifying sincerity and brightness respectively.
Mathyus
Exotic Hebrew name derived from Mattityahu, signifying 'gift of God and'.
Maxxton
Modern American name created by blending Maxwell and an invented element, xton. It has no specific meaning but offers a trendy sound.
Mayim
The Hebrew name Mayim means 'water' and is derived from the Hebrew word for water.
Melchior
Latin name meaning "more excellent" or "better heart," popularized in Europe during the Middle Ages, notably among Christians who associate it with one of the three wise men.
Meritt
Rare American female given name, likely created as a feminine form of the English surname Merritt, which means 'blackbird'.
Merrideth
Welsh-origin unisex name derived from Meredydd, meaning 'great lord' or 'noble leader'.
Michaya
Hebrew name meaning 'Who is like God?', expressing its divine nature through combining 'Mi' (who) and 'Chaya' (life). It's associated with the prophet Micah and has a rich history, making it a meaningful choice for parents today.
Middie
Scandinavian name derived from Old Norse 'mitti', meaning 'middle'.
Mikaiah
Hebrew name meaning "who is like God?
Minus
Latin-derived given name that signifies 'smaller' or 'less', originating from the Latin word 'minuus'. Its mathematical connotations stem from the minus sign (-), used to denote subtraction or a negative number.
Moayad
Arabic name meaning "promise," popular among Muslim families due to its rich history and profound significance dating back to the Islamic Golden Age.
Moeisha
Hebrew-derived name, meaning "drawn out" or "saved from the water," inspired by the biblical figure Moses.
Mosie
Rare Hebrew name meaning "extract" or "draw out," likely a diminutive of Moses.
Movita
Captivating African female name derived from the West African Mandinka "Magbiti," meaning "beautiful child.
Muzzammil
Arabic-derived name meaning 'glorious' or 'majestic', associated with strength and dignity.
Nadalynn
Rare yet enchanting female given name of Welsh origin, derived from Nadolyn, which combines 'Nad', meaning "hope" or "charity", and 'Lyn', signifying "leader". Thus, Nadalynn translates to mean "Hopeful Leader".
Nakeda
Rare yet profound feminine name of African origin, specifically Yoruba from Nigeria. It means "born to observe or notice," suggesting keen insight.
Nathainel
Nathaniel is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning "gift from God," composed of "Natan" (gift) and "El" (God). It was popularized by one of Jesus Christ's apostles in the New Testament.
Natishia
Exotic female name of unknown origin, potentially derived from Slavic or Russian roots via the name Natasha. Despite its unclear meaning, it gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the late 20th century.
Navii
Rare yet captivating female name of Maori origin, meaning "she who navigates," symbolizing strength and guidance.
Nerva
Juleesa: Latin origin; means 'downy-bearded' or 'of July'; traditionally male but now occasionally used for females.
Nethanel
Hebrew name meaning "gift of God".
Neyva
Spanish-derived name, originating from the River Neiva in Colombia, meaning "snow-capped peak," signifying elegance and grace.
Nicte
Mayan god of war and hunting, whose name means "the great hunter" or "the one who hunts with power".
Nicy
Greek name meaning "victory" or "conquest," derived from the word "niker." It was traditionally given to boys, reflecting parents' aspirations for their future achievements, but has since become unisex.
Nitosha
Uncommon yet significant African name of Igbo origin, meaning 'God answers' or 'God has answered.'
Noris
Unique female name of Spanish origin, derived from Norris, an Irish variant meaning "honor" or "light".