Female and male first names beginning with the letter “M”..

Historic male given name originating from ancient Carthage, meaning "dedicated to Mars" or "shining", brought to Europe by Phoenicians and popularized during the Middle Ages in France.

Unique Sanskrit-derived given name, pronounced "mah-rah-tha", meaning "southern" or "from the south". It is associated with the Marathas, a prominent warrior community from southern India, who established the powerful Maratha Empire. The name symbolizes strength and heritage, making it popular among Indians worldwide for both boys and girls.

Maravene, an African name of Igbo origin, signifies 'beautiful vision', combining the elements 'Mara' (beauty) and 'vene' (vision).

Female given name of Spanish origin which means "wonder" or "miracle".

Hebrew name meaning "rebellious" or "Contentious", associated with strong women who stand up for their beliefs.

Arabic female given name meaning 'reflection' or 'mirror', symbolizing duality, beauty, and light.

Arabic-origin female name meaning 'appearances' or 'reflections'.

Hebrew name derived from "Yam," meaning "sea," reflecting strength, courage, adaptability, and prosperity.

Rare and captivating female given name of Spanish origin, derived from the ancient Roman family name "Marium," with no specific meaning but popularized by figures like Saint Marana.

Uncommon Arabic female given name derived from "marbat," meaning "tower" or "castle," associated with strength, resilience, and grandeur.

Rare yet captivating Latin-derived name meaning 'round stone', popular among European nobility during the Middle Ages.

Marabelli is a captivating Latin American name meaning 'wonder' or 'miracle', popularized by Honoré de Balzac and associated with Argentine tango.

Spanish feminine given name derived from the city of Marbella, whose name translates to "beautiful sea" in Latin.

Distinctive name of Latin origin, derived from "marbelus," meaning "spotted" or "speckled.

Unique, historic Scottish Gaelic name meaning 'Great Life' or 'Life by the Sea'.

African name of Malian origin, believed to mean 'strength' or 'power'.

Rare Hebrew name meaning "many," often associated with large families.

Latin-origin name meaning 'warlike' or 'dedicated to Mars', the Roman god of war.

Latin-derived masculine name that signifies "dedicated to Mars," the Roman god of war and agriculture.

The name Marca originates from Latin, meaning "border" or "mark", and was used in medieval Europe by the powerful Marchiones family. Today, it's commonly used as a female given name in Spanish-speaking countries, though its religious significance is minimal.

Rare French given name derived from "marécage", meaning "marshy" or "marshland".

Marcál is a distinct Spanish name derived from "marca," meaning "mark" or "brand." It's a variant of Marcos, which originates from the Latin Marcus, signifying someone born on Mars Day in ancient Rome.

Rare Latin-derived given name meaning 'border' or 'edge', originally referring to those who lived near the Roman Empire's boundaries. It has evolved to symbolize courage and strength, with its popularity boosted by association with Saint Marcellus I, a resilient leader during the late fourth century.

Rare female name of Latin origin, derived from 'march', meaning 'border' or 'edge'. It suggests geographical connection.

Rare French given name derived from Marcus ("dedicated to Mars") and "-andre" ("manly"), translating to "courageous warrior dedicated to Mars.

Unique American male given name created as a blend of Mark ('dedicated to Mars') and Andrew ('manly' or 'mankind'), both carrying significant historical backgrounds but with no direct translation for Marcandrew itself.

Rare Italian male given name derived from Latin words "Martius" meaning 'of Mars' and "Angelus" meaning 'messenger', translating to 'messenger of Mars'.

African-origin name, derived from Marcus ('dedicated to Mars') and Anthony ('priceless'), signifying devotion to nobility.

Rare, Latin-derived name meaning 'dedicated to Mars', the Roman god of war.

Uncommon yet captivating African-origin name, derived from the Yoruba word "Ochasi," meaning "God hears.

Distinctive Hebrew-origin female name derived from the Hebrew word "mar" meaning 'bitter', but signifying sweetness and charm instead. It gained popularity in the late 20th century due to its phonetic similarity to other popular names like Melissa and Michelle.

Shortened form of Spanish names Marcelino or Marcial, derived from Latin 'Martius', meaning 'of Mars', the Roman god of war.

Latin origin, meaning "dedicated to Mars," the Roman god of war, symbolizing courage or military prowess.

Marcea, of Latin origin, means "dedicated to Mars," the Roman god of war.

French name derived from the Latin "Marcellus," meaning "dedicated to Mars.

Unique female given name of Spanish origin, derived from "marcescible," but not implying any negative connotations. It was traditionally given to daughters of Spanish nobility during the Middle Ages, symbolizing status and privilege.

The name Mercedes is of Spanish origin and means 'mercy' or 'compassion'.

Mercedes is a Spanish female given name derived from Latin "Mercuria," meaning "mercy" or "compassion.

Unique Spanish given name, derived from "marceser," meaning "to wither" or "to decay." It reflects the importance of natural phenomena in medieval Spanish culture.

Distinctive American female given name derived from Latin 'Marcus', meaning 'dedicated to Mars'.