Female and male names most popular from last year starting with the letter "M" - page 134.
Masaji
Rare Japanese male given name derived from the kanji characters 正治, meaning "correct governing" or "proper management".
Masakatsu
Japanese given name derived from "masa" (wide-ranging) and "katsu" (victory), meaning abundant triumph. It has been carried by historical figures like Masakatsu Tsuda, a renowned samurai, and remains popular today due to its connotations of strength and success.
Masakazu
Japanese given name composed of "masa" (true/sincere) and "kazu" (harmony/peace), originating from ancient Japan and signifying honesty, wisdom, and harmony.
Masaki
Japanese name originating from the kanji "正栄", meaning "prosperous correctness". It was traditionally given to individuals with strong moral principles and has been popular throughout Japanese history, notably during the Edo period (1603-1868). Today, Masaki remains popular in Japan and internationally due to notable figures such as actor Takeshi Kaneshiro and musician Masayoshi Nakamura.
Masako
Traditional Japanese female name derived from the kanji characters "正" (masa) meaning "correct", and "子" (ko) meaning "child". It translates to "proper child" and was popularized during the Heian period by Empress Masako.
Masami
Unisex Japanese given name derived from the kanji characters "masa" meaning 'wide' or 'extensive', and "mi" signifying 'beauty'.
Masami
Distinctive Japanese given name that combines the meanings of "true" and "beauty." It gained popularity during Japan's Meiji era and continues to be widely used today, both domestically and internationally.
Masan
Japanese name meaning 'to grow', associated with historical figures like Masanobu Fukuoka, and considered auspicious due to its positive connotations.
Masanobu
Japanese given name that combines two kanji characters: 真 (masa), meaning "genuine" or "true," and 相 (saburo), which means "mutual." Thus, the name Masanobu can be interpreted as "true mutuality" or "genuine harmony.
Masanori
Male Japanese given name derived from "masa" (真) meaning 'true' and "nori" (則) signifying 'rule', translating to 'genuine principle'.
Masao
Japanese given name of unknown origin, potentially derived from "Masa" meaning "growing" and "Ao" meaning "blue". It gained popularity during the Meiji to Showa periods but has since declined in usage. Despite lacking clear meaning, Masao remains appealing due to its simplicity and uniqueness, with no significant historical figures or traditions tied to it.
Masaru
Japanese given name composed of "masa" meaning genuine and "ru" meaning like, interpreted as 'genuine like'.
Masashi
Masashi, of Japanese origin, means "true" or "justice," with "正志" being the most common Kanji combination. It's historically been associated with virtue, honor, loyalty, bravery, and justice, popular among samurai and contemporary parents alike for both boys and girls.
Masataka
Japanese given name of unknown origins and meanings, used by both males and females throughout history.
Masato
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.
Masatoshi
Unique Japanese given name that combines the kanji characters 'masa' (meaning correct) and 'toshi' (meaning year), symbolizing a year done right.
Masaye
Distinctively Japanese name combining "Mas" (right/correct) and "Yae" (eightfold/abundance), signifying righteousness, complexity, and richness.
Masayo
Traditional female Japanese name meaning "truthful generation".
Masayoshi
Masayoshi, of Japanese origin, translates to "true good" or "real gentle," reflecting strength, wisdom, and kindness.
Masayuki
Traditional Japanese male name meaning "truth and courage" or "sincerity and bravery".
Mascen
Rare, unique given name of Latin origin meaning 'man'.
Mascud
Arabic-origin name meaning 'elevated' or 'exalted', historically bestowed upon individuals of wisdom, leadership, or noble character.
Masego
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.
Masel
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.
Maseo
Distinctive Japanese name coined by author Haruki Murakami, often associated with happiness and creativity.
Masey
English name meaning 'son of Master', derived from Mason.
Mashad
Rare Persian name derived from the historical Iranian city of Mashhad, meaning 'place of martyrdom' or 'witness to death'.
Mashae
Mashae, a unisex African name from Ghana's Ashanti people, signifies 'born on Tuesday' in Akan language traditions.
Mashal
Arabic name meaning 'guiding light' or 'one who sends forth light'.
Mashal
Arabic-origin name meaning 'candle' or 'torch', symbolizing light, guidance, and brightness, popular worldwide despite its ancient Arabian roots and Islamic ties.
Mashala
Unique Arabic name meaning "talisman" or "amulet," signifying protection and good fortune.
Mashana
Unique African given name from the Shona people of Zimbabwe, meaning 'God's gift' or 'given by God'.
Mashanda
Shona name from Zimbabwe, meaning 'brave' or 'courageous', often given in times of adversity as a symbol of hope.
Mashanna
Persian given name for females, meaning "Sun of Stars," derived from "Masha" (sun) and "Nahid" (stars).
Mashanti
Unisex African name of Yoruba origin, meaning 'beauty is strength' and reflecting the Yoruba belief in inner beauty.
Mashari
Arabic boys' name derived from "mashar", meaning "east". It signifies hope and renewal, associated with sunrise in Islamic tradition.
Mashaun
Unique African American male name derived from 'Masculine', meaning powerful or strong in Latin, with the suffix '-shaun' added for personal touch.
Mashauna
African-origin name meaning 'brave' or 'courageous'.
Mashaunda
African first name of Zulu origin, meaning 'brave'.
Mashawn
Distinctive African American name derived from Masani, meaning 'wise child', conveying intelligence and strength.