Female and male names most popular from last year starting with the letter "M" - page 10.
Masai
Uncommon, unique African boy's name derived from the Maasai people, known for their resilience and rich culture.
Mayzie
Distinctive feminine given name of American origin, popularized by Dr. Seuss' children's book "Horton Hears a Who!" where it is the main character's name. Its meaning is uncertain but believed to be created by Dr. Seuss himself, possibly derived from other names or the flower mayflower. Despite its unclear origins, Mayzie has become recognizable and beloved in American culture due to its association with the popular book's creative and curious elephant character.
Madelin
Feminine name of French origin derived from Mahildis, an Old German name meaning "noble strength".
Maylani
Captivating Hawaiian name derived from 'ma uka' meaning 'towards the mountain', reflecting nature's beauty and evoking wisdom and strength like the Polynesian goddess Maylani.
Miliana
Feminine given name of Berber origin, meaning "good" or "beautiful," derived from the word Milia, associated with a Berber goddess protecting women during childbirth.
Malachai
Unique Hebrew name meaning "messenger", first recorded in medieval England and popular among notable figures throughout history.
Malinda
Captivating Welsh name meaning 'musician', popularized during the Victorian era, and shared by notable figures like historian Malinda Maynor Lowery.
Misk
Arabic name derived from "musk," meaning "musky" and evoking luxury and elegance. Traditionally given to boys in specific zodiac signs, it has recently gained popularity for both genders. Notably carried by Saudi entrepreneur Misk Al-Othman, the name is now associated with success and innovation.
Miyori
Japanese name with two kanji characters: "mi" meaning beauty and "yori" signifying reliability or dependability, translating to 'beautiful and reliable'.
Mackenna
Rare Scottish name derived from MacKenna, meaning "son of Kenna," itself a diminutive of Irish Kenneth ("handsome" or "bold"). It was historically prominent among influential Highland clans known for their bravery and strength in battle. Today, it remains predominantly Scottish but has gained some international recognition.
Maelee
Rare Hawaiian girl's name derived from "ma uka," meaning "towards the mountains," celebrating Hawaii's natural beauty without specific mythological associations.
Malaika
Beautiful and unique African-derived Swahili name meaning 'angel'.
Manuela
Feminine given name of Latin origin derived from Manuel, meaning "little hand".
Mar
Spanish origin, meaning 'of the sea', and is a short form of María.
Max
Short form of Latin origin Maximus, meaning "greatest".
Manolo
Popular Spanish name derived from Manuel, meaning "little hand.
Mirabella
Elegant Italian name meaning 'marvelous' or 'beautiful vision', first used among medieval Italian nobility.
Mahira
Arabic-origin name meaning 'eagle,' symbolizing strength and vision, and can be shortened to Mira or Maha.
Mahlani
Mahlani: A name of Arabic origin meaning "elevated," it's derived from the word "malhun" and associated with Yemen's Malhun Mountains.
Malena
Unique feminine name with Basque origins, meaning 'blooming' or 'flourishing', and associated with renewal and growth.
Musab
Arabic name, derived from 'musaab', meaning 'to meet' or 'to gather'. It's associated with Abu Musa Al-Ashari, a companion of Prophet Muhammad known for his bravery and wisdom.
Markell
Distinctive American name with Welsh roots, meaning "dedicated to Mars," and popularized by figures like Markelle Fultz.
Miabella
Enchanting Italian name derived from the Latin word "mirabilis," meaning "wonderful" or "marvelous.
Morrigan
Irish name derived from the ancient Celtic goddess of war, fertility, and sovereignty, whose title translates to "Great Queen" or "Phantom Queen".
Mahogany
Uncommon but distinctive feminine given name of American origin, directly referring to the valuable mahogany tree species native to the Caribbean and Central America, with its rich reddish-brown heartwood used in furniture making.
Makiyah
Makiyah, of African-American origin, is derived from the Arabic 'Muhammad', meaning 'praiseworthy'. It honors strong women and Islamic cultural heritage.
Maiya
Captivating Sanskrit-derived name meaning 'illusion/magic' or 'beauty', associated with Hindu goddess Durga and Lord Krishna.
Maliya
Distinctive African name of Malinke origin, meaning 'child born during difficult times'.
Maribelle
Charming French name derived from 'Marie' meaning 'sea' or 'wish', and 'Belle' meaning 'beautiful'.
Marko
Slavic name of Croatian origin meaning "dedicated to Mars," associated with historic figures such as Marco Polo and Prince Marko Mrnjavčević.
Mayar
Unique Basque female name derived from "mai," meaning May, celebrating the arrival of spring.
Masa
Unisex Japanese name meaning "increasing", associated with strength, courage, and determination, popular among families valuing tradition and culture.
Mason
English unisex given name traditionally used as an occupational surname for stonemasons, derived from Middle English 'mason'. It gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century and has since become one of the most popular boy names.
Mayte
Spanish-Basque feminine given name meaning 'maiden' or 'virgin', derived from the Basque word 'maite', meaning 'love'.
Mckayla
Unique, modern American given name coined in the late 20th century without historical or literary precedent, gaining popularity since 2001 primarily due to its phonetic sound and rhythm.
Merida
Captivating Scottish Gaelic name originating from ancient coastal place names like the Isle of Merida in Argyllshire, meaning "from the bright sea" or "song of the sea.
Miamor
Unique and mysterious given name of unknown origin, with no widely accepted meaning but first used in the United States during the 1970s.
Maira
Hispanic girl's name derived from the Spanish word 'maíz', meaning corn. It signifies 'made of corn' or 'of corn'.
Maizey
English name derived from 'maize', the cereal plant, signifying nourishment and importance.
Marnie
English given name derived from the Old English word "maern," meaning "bitter" or "sharp." It was originally used as a nickname for girls with sharp features or personalities and gained popularity through Winston Graham's novel "Marnie" in 1951. Despite its unusual origin, Marnie has become a popular name in recent years due to its uniqueness and vintage charm.