Female and male names starting with the letter "M" .

Latin-origin name meaning 'gift of God', used throughout history and popularized during the Middle Ages in Spain.

Feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from Matthew, meaning 'gift of God'.

Italian name derived from Matthew, meaning 'gift of God'.

American name created by author Christopher Pike for his character Matt Hunter, with no specific meaning but often associated with creativity and uniqueness.

Unique Slavic name popular among Croatians, Slovenians, Serbians, and Bulgarians. Derived from the ancient Slavic word 'matiti,' meaning 'to seek' or 'to find,' Matija carries a profound meaning of searching or finding.

Swahili name derived from 'matoke', meaning banana plant, symbolizing prosperity and strength.

Germanic feminine name meaning 'power in battle', derived from the German Mahthildis.

German-origin feminine name derived from Mahthildis, meaning 'mighty in battle', popular among medieval royalty.

Feminine German-origin name meaning 'powerful battle,' popularized by Matilda, daughter of Henry I of England.

Germanic feminine given name derived from Old High German Mahthildis, meaning "mighty in battle".

Rare Latin-derived name meaning 'lady' or 'mistress', historically associated with nobility.

Matilee, Latin origin. Combines 'Matti', meaning gift from God, and 'Lee', variant of Leigh signifying meadow or field. Timeless, distinctive, easy to pronounce.

English name of medieval origin, derived from Mathewyn, a variant of Matthew, meaning "gift of Yahweh" or "given by God.

Modern invented name with no known origin or meaning, first appearing in U.S. records in 1978. Its unique sound has contributed to its popularity as a distinctive choice.

Persian given name meaning "morning," associated with fresh starts and traditionally symbolizing purity in Persian culture.

Feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from the word "matinus," meaning "early" or "morning." It is often associated with dawn, freshness, and new beginnings.

The name Matis has French origins and means 'gift of God', derived from the Latin Matthias, and was popularized in France during the Middle Ages due to its biblical significance.

Rare Scandinavian name derived from the Old Norse word 'mat', meaning 'food' or 'meal'.

African-derived Swahili name meaning "laughter," often given to girls but also used for boys in some cultures. It signifies good fortune and happiness.

Greek-origin given name meaning "gift from the sea," combining strength and femininity, and conveying positivity.

Distinctive French name derived from 'matis', meaning 'marsh' or 'swamp', popularized by artist Henri Matisse.

French boy's name derived from 'matis', meaning 'marsh'. Inspired by artist Henri Matisse, it has gained popularity in France since 2007.

Distinctive Hebrew name meaning 'gift from God', originating from Biblical times and popularized by American reggae singer Matthew Miller who adopted it as his stage name.

Slavic name of Lithuanian origin, derived from 'matys', meaning 'to observe' or 'watch'. It was traditionally given to children born with striking blue eyes, symbolizing their captivating gaze.

Latin-derived name meaning 'gift of God', originally borne by a New Testament apostle.

Modern Latin male name meaning 'mother' or 'womb', often associated with creativity and originality.

Unisex name of Hebrew origin, meaning "gift from God," popular among parents seeking a distinctive and meaningful name for their child.

Rare American given name created by film director Blake Edwards for his daughter in the early 1980s.

Matline: A rare name of unknown origin, potentially derived from Latin 'matulus' meaning 'battalion', but without clear history or meaning.

Uncommon English male given name derived from 'maett' meaning meadow and 'loc' meaning hill or stream, translating to 'meadow on the hill' or 'meadow by the stream'.

Distinct Welsh name derived from 'mat', meaning 'battle', popularized by historic figures like Prince Mathew Cynwal and scholar Mathew Gryg. Today, it's chosen for its unique sound and strong connotation.

Rare first name of unknown origin, first recorded in 17th-century England and later brought to America by early settlers. Despite theories linking it to the Welsh surname Mathews meaning "gift of God," no definitive proof exists for its etymology or meaning.

Slavic name derived from the word "mato" meaning "blind", historically used as a nickname for those with impaired vision or associated with the one-eyed god Matogar.

Distinctive Japanese name derived from 'matoi', meaning 'to encircle' or 'represent unity', typically used as a surname but also appearing in Japanese literature.

Distinctive Spanish name derived from the traditional rattle 'matraca,' symbolizing joy and celebration.

Rare, Latin-origin given name whose exact meaning and history remain shrouded in mystery, adding to its allure. Some suggest it's derived from the Latin "mater" (mother), but this connection is unconfirmed. Despite limited documentation, Matracia has been used worldwide over centuries, sometimes as a variant of names like Mattea or Matica. Today, its uniqueness continues to attract parents seeking distinctive names with a hint of intrigue.

Matrice, derived from Latin 'matrix' meaning 'womb' or 'mother', was associated with Roman goddesses of fertility and is historically significant despite its rarity.

Unique Latin-derived feminine given name meaning 'of the womb' or 'source of life', honoring motherhood and strength, dating back to ancient Rome where it was used to honor goddess Magna Mater.

Rare, Latin-derived male given name introduced during the Middle Ages, meaning 'mother', symbolizing nurturing and maternal love.

Unique, coined name of unknown origin, possibly inspired by mathematical concepts or the sci-fi film 'The Matrix'.