Female and male names most popular from last year starting with the letter "M" - page 5.
Mazie
Charming French name derived from "maïs," meaning "corn.
Matheo
French name derived from the Hebrew Matthew, meaning "gift of God." It consists of Greek 'math-' meaning "disciple," and Latin '-eo' signifying "of" or "pertaining to." Popularized during medieval France, Matheo shares its roots with Saint Matthew and mathematician Matheo Galeas.
Marcellus
Latin-derived masculine given name, meaning 'little warrior', originating from the respected Roman family gens Marcia and historically borne by prominent military figures like Marcus Claudius Marcellus.
Malayah
Unique and beautiful African name derived from Swahili, meaning "beautiful" or "gorgeous".
Mustafa
Arabic male given name meaning 'chosen', popularized by Prophet Muhammad and widely used among Muslims worldwide.
Mathew
English name derived from Hebrew, meaning 'gift of God', with notable figures like Saint Matthew the Apostle contributing to its enduring popularity.
Murphy
Irish surname derived from Ó Murchadha, meaning 'sea warrior'.
Micah
Hebrew name from the Bible, derived from the prophet Micah, meaning "who is like God?" It signifies comparison to God in terms of justice and mercy.
Moriah
Hebrew name meaning "my light", popularized beyond its biblical context as the mountain where Abraham was commanded to sacrifice Isaac.
Maizie
Captivating French feminine given name derived from the word 'maïs' meaning 'corn', symbolizing vibrancy and nourishment.
Mattie
Unisex name of American origin, often considered a diminutive of Matthew or Mathew, meaning "gift of God" in Hebrew.
Marlon
Unisex given name of African origin, derived from the Maroon people who were slaves who escaped and formed their own communities in South America. It gained prominence due to its usage by notable individuals such as American actor Marlon Brando.
Meir
Hebrew male given name meaning "one who illuminates" or "one who gives light", originating from the Hebrew word "me'or".
Malka
The name Malka is Hebrew for 'queen' or 'king', derived from the word melekh.
Micaela
Unique feminine name of Spanish origin, derived from the Hebrew name Michael meaning "who is like God?", traditionally male but widely used for females in Spain since the late Middle Ages.
Mordechai
Ancient Hebrew boys' name meaning 'servant of God', derived from elements translating to 'myrrh from'. Historically significant in the Book of Esther, it has been popular among Jewish communities and is carried by notable figures like Rabbi Mordchai ben Hillel and Mordechai Anielewicz.
Madisyn
Modern American female name created by combining Madison ("son of Matthew") and Sydney ("from the wide meadow"), resulting in "daughter from the wide meadow.
Marcella
Feminine Italian name derived from Latin 'marcellus', meaning 'dedicated to Mars', the Roman god of war, signifying strength and courage.
Melani
Unique and captivating female given name derived from the Latin word "mel," meaning "honey" or "honeybee." It originated in Italian literature during the 14th century, often used for characters admired for their sweetness and purity, and has connections to Greek and Hawaiian names.
Maurice
Classic boys' name of Latin origin, meaning "dark-skinned" or "moorish", popularized during the Middle Ages in honor of Saint Maurice, the early Christian martyr.
Mccoy
Scottish-Irish surname derived from the Gaelic Mac Aodha, meaning "son of fire".
Mael
Welsh name derived from the ancient name Maelgwn, meaning 'chief white' or 'chief blessed'.
Maleah
Distinctive Native American name derived from Choctaw 'Maloa', meaning 'to walk with confidence'.
Mekhi
African-origin unisex name derived from the Yoruba language, translating to "Who is who?" or "Who am I?", reflecting self-discovery and identity.
Maite
Feminine given name of Basque origin, derived from the word "maite" meaning "to love".
Mikael
Scandinavian name of Hebrew origin, meaning "Who is like God?" and often associated with the archangel who led the heavenly host against Satan in the Book of Revelation.
Mariella
Italian feminine name derived from 'Mario', itself a diminutive of Latin 'Marius'. Its origin traces back to the Latin word 'marinus' meaning 'of the sea', conveying freedom, adventure, elegance, and sophistication.
Maelynn
Welsh name meaning "gentle leader," derived from Meilyr and associated with notable figures like the poet Meilyr Brydd Mawr and prince Maelgwn Gwynedd.
Maylee
Charming girl's name of Hawaiian origin, meaning "towards the mountain" or "inland," which has gained popularity in recent years due to its unique sound and connection to Hawaii.
Miah
Unique, unisex Hebrew name derived from Micah, meaning "Who is like God?" It appears in the Old Testament and has gained recent popularity as a standalone given name.
Mollie
Charming and unique Irish given name, derived from the surname Ó Maolmhoda, which means 'descendant of the devotee of Mongan'.
Merrick
Uncommon Irish given name derived from the surname Ó Méirgnín, meaning "descendant of Mergen," with roots tracing back to 12th-century Anglo-Norman settlers in County Meath.
Montgomery
English name derived from "mons" and "tun," meaning "mountain settlement." Originally used as a surname, it has evolved into a given name with notable figures such as Bernard Law Montgomery and Robert Montgomery Bird.
Memphis
Uncommon yet captivating unisex name of Egyptian origin, derived from the ancient city founded around 3100 BCE and named after the god Ptah. It symbolized power and divine rule in ancient Egypt during the Old Kingdom period.
Marian
Latin-origin unisex name meaning "of Mars," the Roman god of war.
Mike
American diminutive of Michael, of Hebrew origin meaning "who is like God?", widely popular as both a nickname and given name.
Meghan
Irish and Scottish name meaning "strong warrior" or "pearl", derived from the Irish surname Ó Meacháin, and has been used as both male and female given name in Ireland for centuries. It gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the 20th century, notably borne by Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex.
Maliah
Hebrew-derived female name meaning 'messenger' or 'angel'.
Mariano
Mariano: Of Spanish & Italian origin, meaning 'dedicated to Mars', the Roman god of war; derived from Latin 'marius', given to March-born children believed under Mars' protection.
Mazi
Yoruba name meaning 'my brother,' symbolizing familial bond and unity.