Female and male names most popular from last year starting with the letter "M" - page 167.
Meris
Rare female name from Spain's Basque Country, meaning 'of the sea' in Basque.
Merisa
Unique female name of Latin origin, derived from 'meris' meaning 'part', symbolizing sharing.
Merisha
Georgian name meaning "sun", inspired by ancient sun god Ramisa.
Merissa
Unique Hebrew girls' name meaning "to contemplate" or "observe", with historical roots and modern literary associations.
Merita
Albanian feminine name derived from Latin 'meritus', meaning 'deserving' or 'merit'. It was traditionally given to girls of high social status in medieval Albania.
Meritta
Unique, feminine diminutive of Mertis, the Greek goddess of harmony and peace.
Meritxell
Unique Catalan girls' name derived from "meritxor," meaning "snow-covered peak.
Meritza
Hebrew feminine given name meaning 'counsel' or 'advice', popularized by Judah Halevi's poem Kuzari.
Merium
Latin origin, meaning "dedicated to Mars," the Roman god of war. It was popular among ancient Romans and often given to girls born during times of conflict or whose fathers fought in wars.
Meriwether
Uncommon English name derived from the Anglo-Saxon 'Merīweorth', meaning 'famous warrior'.
Meriya
Unique Persian girls' name derived from "meri" meaning 'sea,' associated with goddess Anahita. It's often used in hopes the bearer grows into grace, beauty, and intelligence, appearing in ancient texts like Ferdowsi's Shahnameh. Today, it remains popular globally despite its Persian origins.
Meriyah
Beautiful Hebrew name meaning "song," often associated with joyous celebrations like Sukkot, and popular among parents seeking a unique and meaningful name for their daughter.
Merjem
Arabic feminine given name, derived from 'meraj' meaning 'ascension', referring to Prophet Muhammad's Night Journey and Ascension in Islamic tradition.
Merl
Merle is a French-origin name meaning 'blackbird', traditionally given to boys with dark hair.
Merl
Merle is a rare, distinct name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from French "merle" meaning blackbird or Germanic/Norse "murle" signifying dark-skinned. Used historically in France and among Huguenot settlers, it gained prominence through the Proust novel and notable figures like physicist Jean-Baptiste Joseph Merle. Today, its avian association makes it an appealing yet unique choice.
Merla
Italian girls' name derived from 'merlo', meaning 'blackbird', with historical and cultural significance in Italy.
Merlan
Rare French-derived given name meaning 'blackbird,' historically used for both boys and girls.
Merland
Rare French given name derived from "mer" (sea) and "-land" (land), translating to "sea land".
Merle
Gender-neutral French given name derived from the Old German word "meri," meaning "famous" or "renowned." It has historical significance and cultural associations, including being associated with the merle bird, a symbol of good luck in some cultures. Notable figures bearing this name include historian Jean Merle d'Aubigné and actresses Merle Oberon and Meryl Streep.
Merleah
Unique, modern English name of uncertain origin, coined during the late Victorian era, with personal interpretations varying from 'songbird' to 'dark sea'.
Merlean
Uncommon yet captivating Irish female given name derived from Muirleann, meaning "calf of the sea," with historical roots tracing back to early medieval Ireland and prominent figures in Irish mythology.
Merlee
Uncommon yet captivating female given name of Irish origin, derived from the Irish surname O'Mearlaigh meaning "descendant of the son of the chief poet.
Merleen
Distinctive name of uncertain origin, potentially derived from the Welsh Morwenna meaning "sea spirit" or inspired by Cornish folklore's legendary sorceress Mereline. Its meaning varies, but it often associated with the sea and magic. Despite its rarity, it has gained worldwide recognition for its uniqueness.
Merlen
Rare French name of ancient Breton origin, meaning 'to die', but bearing no negative connotations.
Merlena
Uncommon yet captivating Italian feminine name derived from "merlena," meaning "little falcon." It signifies freedom, power, and beauty, inspired by the swift and agile bird.
Merlene
French-derived name meaning "of the sea," traditionally given to girls with coastal ties or seafaring families.
Merley
Rare and captivating given name with Cornish origins, meaning "sea" and evoking images of oceanic power and mystery.
Merley
Charming English given name derived from the Old French word 'merle', meaning 'blackbird'. It was originally used as a nickname for someone with dark hair or complexion, like that of a blackbird.
Merli
Italian name derived from the city of Merli in northern Italy, with meanings tied to blackbirds or literary figures, becoming popular worldwide for its creative connotations.
Merlie
Rare, French-origin feminine name derived from Merlin, meaning 'sea fort', though its meaning isn't widely defined.
Merlinda
Italian-derived given name originating from Merano, translating to 'beauty by the sea'.
Merline
Rare, enchanting feminine given name of French origin, derived from 'merveille', translating to 'marvel' or 'wonder', imbued with magic and astonishment.
Merlisa
Rare and distinctive given name of unknown origin, potentially created for fictional purposes, but now chosen by some parents seeking a unique name.
Merlon
Rare French origin given name derived from 'merle', meaning 'blackbird'. It was used in medieval France and England, signifying strength and protection due to its association with castle wall fortifications.
Merlon
Uncommon English name with a historic connection to fortification and boundary markers, derived from the Middle English word 'merlion'.
Merlot
French-origin name derived from Occitan 'merlot', meaning 'the little dark one'.
Merly
The French-derived name Merly, meaning 'blackbird,' evokes images of birdsong and freedom.
Merlyn
Welsh name derived from "Myrddin," meaning "sea fortress." It's associated with power, wisdom, and mystery, thanks to Merlin, the legendary magician-advisor of King Arthur in Arthurian literature.
Merlyne
Rare yet elegant French feminine name derived from "merle," meaning blackbird, symbolizing joy and happiness.
Merlynn
Welsh name meaning "sea-born," derived from the word Myrddin, popularized through the legendary wizard Merlin in Arthurian tales.