Female and male names most popular from last year starting with the letter "M" - page 138.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Latin female name meaning 'mother', popular among early Christians and associated with fertility goddesses in Slavic mythology.

Scandinavian male given name of Old Norse origin, meaning 'battle' or 'strife', reflecting its powerful Norse heritage.

Japanese name used for both males and females, meaning 'waiting for snow', 'pine tree', 'winning the east', or 'excellent warrior'. It originated during the Heian period (794-1185) and reflects prosperity or strength.

Rare Japanese given name meaning 'the first pine tree', reflecting strength, longevity, and resilience from ancient times.

Japanese feminine name meaning "pine child," derived from the kanji characters "松" (matsu) for "pine tree" and "子" (ko) for "child." It reflects Japan's appreciation for nature and symbolizes longevity, strength, and resilience. Though not historically popular, Matsuko remains a traditional yet uncommon name today.

Japanese given name, often used for males and females, derived from "matsu" meaning 'to wait', and associated with warriors due to its historical significance in Japan.

Rare Japanese given name of unknown origin and meaning, believed to have been created as an auspicious girl's name for the prominent Matsui samurai clan during the Edo period.

Japanese given name composed of two kanji characters: "松" (matsu) meaning 'pine tree' and "世" (yo) meaning 'world' or 'generation'. Literally translated, Matsuyo means 'pine tree generation', reflecting resilience and adaptability. Historically, it was the name of notable figures like Matsuyo Hachisuka during the Sengoku period. Today, Matsuyo remains a strong choice for parents seeking traditional values in names.

Matthew is an English given name derived from Hebrew 'Matityahu', meaning 'gift of God'. It was originally a surname before becoming popular as a given name.

Hebrew name meaning 'gift', associated with generosity and kindness. It was the name of one of King David's warriors in the Bible, and while uncommon historically, it has gained popularity among Jewish families for its meaningful origins.

Hebrew name meaning "gift of God," derived from the elements "Mattan" (gift) and "Yah" (shortened form of YHWH), with historical roots in the Old Testament as the original name of King Zedekiah of Judah.

Distinctive Native American name, originating from the Choctaw tribe, meaning "he or she who has a bear," symbolizing strength and courage.

Unique Persian name that means "beloved moon.

French origin boys' name derived from Occitan "matèu," meaning "powerful" or "strong.

French-derived female given name with no specific history, meaning "gift of Yahweh" or "gift from God.