Female and male names starting with the letter "M" .
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MELBIN
MasculineDistinctive French name believed to derive from the Old French word "meuble," meaning "movable" or "furniture.
MELBORN
MasculineEnglish name derived from Old English words "mel" meaning 'dark brown' and "burn" meaning 'stream', interpreted as 'dark brown stream'.
MELBOURN
MasculineMelbourne is a rare yet distinguished male given name derived from the city of Melbourne, Australia, named after former British Prime Minister William Lamb, Lord Melbourne.
MELBOURNE
MasculineUncommon English given name derived from the Australian city founded in 1835, named after British Prime Minister William Lamb.
MELBRA
FeminineUncommon name of unknown origin, with no established meaning or historical significance. Despite this mystery, it has gained popularity due to its unique sound and spelling, often associated with creativity and originality.
MELBURN
MasculineRare yet distinctive given name of Australian origin, derived from the city Melbourne which was named after Lord Melborne by Governor Bourke in the early 19th century.
MELCHI
MasculineHebrew name meaning 'king', derived from the word "melach". It has biblical origins, as it was borne by a priest during King Solomon's reign.
MELCHIOR
MasculineLatin name meaning "more excellent" or "better heart," popularized in Europe during the Middle Ages, notably among Christians who associate it with one of the three wise men.
MELCHIZEDEK
MasculineUncommon yet significant Hebrew name meaning "King of Righteousness".
MELCHOR
MasculineUnique Spanish name derived from Latin 'melius', signifying superiority and excellence.
MELCHORA
FeminineDistinctive Spanish feminine name derived from the Latin word 'melius', meaning 'better'. It was traditionally associated with one of the Three Wise Men in Christian tradition and was popular among noble families during medieval and Renaissance periods.
MELCINA
FeminineUncommon yet charming Italian name derived from the Latin word 'mel', meaning honey, symbolizing sweetness and beauty. It has been associated with Italy since the Renaissance period due to its usage in literature like Boccaccio's "Decameron" and Ariosto's "Orlando Furioso". Although it also appears in Christian tradition as Saint Melchior's title, Melcina is now a globally recognized name appreciated for its unique meaning and rich history.
MELDA
FeminineCaptivating Turkish feminine name derived from 'melodiy', meaning melody or tune, making it a musical name.
MELDIA
FeminineCaptivating Hebrew feminine given name derived from 'malkah', meaning 'queen' or 'ruler', conveying strength, wisdom, and regal dignity.
MELDIN
MasculineRare but meaningful Welsh male given name derived from Medwyn, translating to "noble hound" or "champion dog".
MELDON
MasculineRare yet fascinating Irish male name derived from the surname Ó Maoláin, meaning 'descendant of Maolán', which itself means 'devout little one'.
MELDORA
FeminineMeldora, of Scandinavian origin, means "gentle protector" and first appeared in English literature during the 14th century.
MELDOY
FeminineRare Greek name meaning "song" or "melody".
MELDRICK
MasculineUncommon yet meaningful African name of Yoruba origin, meaning "meet together" or "gathering," signifying unity and harmony.
MELE
FeminineRare Hawaiian given name meaning 'song' or 'chant', popularized by Queen Liliuokalani as a pen name, and carrying strong cultural significance in Hawaiian society.
MELEA
FeminineRare Hebrew name meaning "counsel" or "advice".
MELEAH
FeminineHebrew name meaning "God is my helper," derived from the word "mal'ak" which means angel or messenger.
MELEANA
FeminineUnique Hawaiian name meaning "rose" or "red," associated with the fiery goddess Pele, symbolizing strength, courage, and passion.
MELEANE
FeminineCaptivating Hawaiian name composed of 'mele' meaning song and 'aine' meaning happy. It signifies "Happy Song.
MELECH
MasculineRare Hebrew name meaning 'king'.
MELECIA
FeminineRare Spanish given name derived from 'mela', meaning 'apple'.
MELECIO
MasculineRare Spanish name of Latin origin, derived from "Melicium," meaning "honeycomb." It symbolizes sweetness and harmony, associated with ancient Roman beekeeping mythology.
MELEDY
FeminineUnique Greek name meaning 'gentle', 'mild' or 'music/song'.
MELEENA
FeminineHawaiian name derived from the word "mele," meaning song, and signifies happiness.
MELEESA
FeminineGraceful and elegant African-origin female name, meaning 'graceful' in Swahili.
MELEIA
FeminineHawaiian female name derived from 'mele', meaning 'song' or 'chant'.
MELEIGHA
FeminineCaptivating Irish-derived name meaning "gentle warrior," evoking strength, courage, and compassion.
MELEK
MasculineArabic-origin name meaning 'angel', often associated with divine beings or messengers from heaven.
MELEK
FeminineArabic name meaning 'angel', popular among Muslims and appreciated globally for its unique sound and spiritual significance.
MELEKA
FeminineUnique female given name of Hawaiian origin, meaning "song" or "chant," reflecting the beauty and harmony of traditional Hawaiian music.
MELENA
FeminineGreek name meaning 'dark' or 'black', historically given to girls with dark hair or complexion.
MELENAITE
FeminineDistinctive and mysterious name of unknown origin, often associated with creativity and individuality.
MELENDA
FeminineRare, elegant female name of Latin origin, derived from 'melandium', possibly meaning 'honey-like'.
MELENE
FeminineRare, Greek female given name that translates to "dark," referencing the concept of darkness from the Greek word "melaina." It originated as a female form of Melanion, a figure from Greek mythology whose name means "dark-haired." Today, despite its rarity, Melene carries historical and cultural significance due to its Greek origins and mythological connections.
MELENI
FeminineMeet Meleni, a Hebrew-origin female given name meaning "dancer" or "song of a nightingale".