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

Japanese given name of unknown origins and meanings, used by both males and females throughout history.

Masato, a distinctive Japanese given name, originated during the Heian period (794-1185) and translates to "true person," derived from the kanji characters "masa" (真) meaning "true" or "genuine," and "to" (人) signifying "person.

Unique Japanese given name that combines the kanji characters 'masa' (meaning correct) and 'toshi' (meaning year), symbolizing a year done right.

The name Masaya of Japanese origin means "calm dream" and is associated with tranquility and peacefulness.

Distinctively Japanese name combining "Mas" (right/correct) and "Yae" (eightfold/abundance), signifying righteousness, complexity, and richness.

Traditional female Japanese name meaning "truthful generation".

Masayoshi, of Japanese origin, translates to "true good" or "real gentle," reflecting strength, wisdom, and kindness.

Traditional Japanese male name meaning "truth and courage" or "sincerity and bravery".

Rare, unique given name of Latin origin meaning 'man'.

Arabic-origin name meaning 'elevated' or 'exalted', historically bestowed upon individuals of wisdom, leadership, or noble character.

Distinctive given name of African origin, derived from the Maasai people and signifying their strong sense of community and resilience.

African-origin name meaning "blessing" or "gift from God," carrying deep cultural richness and spiritual depth. Traditionally given to both boys and girls in the Tswana culture, it signifies divine grace and gratitude.

Rare Hebrew male given name meaning "drawn out" or "extended," derived from the Hebrew word "meshel." Its origins date back thousands of years to ancient Jewish culture, as seen in the Torah.

Norwegian name of Old Norse origin, meaning 'more' or 'greater', often associated with the wisdom god Mímir in Norse mythology.

Masen: A distinctive male name with uncertain Hebrew roots, possibly derived from Moses, carrying meanings like 'strong' or 'rebellious', popularized in late 20th-century US.

Distinctive Japanese name coined by author Haruki Murakami, often associated with happiness and creativity.

English name meaning 'son of Master', derived from Mason.

Popular Slavic feminine name derived from Maria, meaning "sea" or "rebelliousness", often considered affectionate and personal.

Rare Persian name derived from the historical Iranian city of Mashhad, meaning 'place of martyrdom' or 'witness to death'.

Mashae, a unisex African name from Ghana's Ashanti people, signifies 'born on Tuesday' in Akan language traditions.

Arabic-origin name meaning 'candle' or 'torch', symbolizing light, guidance, and brightness, popular worldwide despite its ancient Arabian roots and Islamic ties.

Arabic name meaning 'guiding light' or 'one who sends forth light'.

Unique Arabic name meaning "talisman" or "amulet," signifying protection and good fortune.

Unique African given name from the Shona people of Zimbabwe, meaning 'God's gift' or 'given by God'.

Shona name from Zimbabwe, meaning 'brave' or 'courageous', often given in times of adversity as a symbol of hope.

Persian given name for females, meaning "Sun of Stars," derived from "Masha" (sun) and "Nahid" (stars).

Unisex African name of Yoruba origin, meaning 'beauty is strength' and reflecting the Yoruba belief in inner beauty.

Arabic boys' name derived from "mashar", meaning "east". It signifies hope and renewal, associated with sunrise in Islamic tradition.

Unique African American male name derived from 'Masculine', meaning powerful or strong in Latin, with the suffix '-shaun' added for personal touch.

African-origin name meaning 'brave' or 'courageous'.

African first name of Zulu origin, meaning 'brave'.

Distinctive African American name derived from Masani, meaning 'wise child', conveying intelligence and strength.

Original African American name created by blending 'Ma' and '-shawn', possibly signifying 'Graceful Mother'.

Distinctive African-American given name of uncertain origin, often associated with strength and resilience. Some sources connect it to Massawa, an Ethiopian city with significant historical trade ties along the Red Sea coast. It has gained popularity among African-American families seeking unique names with cultural connections, despite its unclear origins.

Distinctive African American name, coined in the early-mid 20th century by blending popular names like Margaret and Shawanda.

African name of Igbo origin from Nigeria, meaning "brings joy".

Unique African name of Shona origin, meaning "the one who was born" or "the one who gives birth.

African-origin given name derived from the Akan people's naming tradition, meaning "born on a Saturday" and reflecting the day of the child's birth.

African unisex name of Swahili origin, translating to 'lucky' or 'fortunate'.

Masheka, of Yoruba origin, means 'journey has been peaceful' and signifies strength and innovation.