Female and male names starting with the letter "M" .
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MAEL
MasculineWelsh name derived from the ancient name Maelgwn, meaning 'chief white' or 'chief blessed'.
MAELA
FeminineRare Hebrew name meaning 'dream', reflecting its poetic and imaginative qualities.
MAELAH
FeminineMaeleh is a unique Hawaiian name meaning 'calm sea', evoking tranquility.
MAELAHNI
FeminineMaelehni is a captivating Hawaiian name coined by Israel Kamakawiwo'ole in the early 2000s, with an unknown but potentially Hawaiian-derived meaning.
MAELANA
FeminineCaptivating unisex name of Hawaiian origin, derived from "ma uka" meaning 'towards the mountain', and symbolizing strength, nature, and adventure. Traditionally given to girls embodying inner courage and connection to nature, Maelana is also associated with the goddess Pele.
MAELANI
FeminineCaptivating Hawaiian name formed by "maea" (to pierce or penetrate) and "lani" (heaven), traditionally given to girls with special destinies and spiritual powers.
MAELANIE
FeminineHebrew name meaning 'queen', derived from Malkah, with historical ties to royalty and elegance.
MAELEA
FeminineRare but significant Hawaiian name composed of "mae" (to face) and "lea" (heaven), signifying one who faces heaven.
MAELEAH
FeminineUnique Hawaiian name composed of "mae" (face) and "lea" (heaven), signifying "facing heaven".
MAELEE
FeminineRare Hawaiian girl's name derived from "ma uka," meaning "towards the mountains," celebrating Hawaii's natural beauty without specific mythological associations.
MAELEEN
FeminineCaptivating Welsh female name derived from 'mae' (in/on) and 'ellan' (shining), meaning 'shining in' or 'shining on'. Traditionally given to girls connected to nature, this historic name now appeals globally for its uniqueness and positive connotations.
MAELEI
FeminineCaptivating Hawaiian name derived from "ma uka," meaning "towards the mountain." It signifies spiritual connection with nature, has beautiful rhythm, and can be used for both boys and girls.
MAELEIGH
FeminineIrish given name derived from "MáElchair," meaning "my speckled one.
MAELEN
FeminineUnique and beautiful Welsh girl's name derived from "Maeva," meaning "welcome." It was traditionally given during celebrations and is associated with warmth, hospitality, and wisdom.
MAELENA
FeminineRare yet captivating feminine name of ancient Welsh origin, meaning 'chief' or 'prince', popularized during medieval times by Welsh princes and nobles, and associated with historical figures like King Maelgwn Gwynedd and Saint Maelena.
MAELENE
FeminineUnique and powerful Welsh name, derived from 'maelon', meaning 'chieftain' or 'prince'.
MAELEY
FeminineCaptivating Hawaiian name derived from "ma uka," meaning "towards the mountain," reflecting the deep respect Hawaiians have for nature's spirit and energy.
MAELI
FeminineHawaiian name derived from "ma uka," meaning "towards the mountain.
MAELIA
FeminineUnique Latin-derived name meaning "greater" or "more," associated with growth and abundance. It was popular among European nobility in medieval times and has been borne by notable historical figures like Maelia of France.
MAELIE
FeminineFeminine Welsh name derived from the word "mael" meaning "chief" or "prince". Popularized during the Middle Ages, it has a strong sound reflecting leadership and was often associated with Welsh royalty. Throughout history, notable figures like Maelgwn ap Cadwallon and Maelys I of Brittany bore this name. Today, Maelie remains a distinctive choice among Welsh-speaking communities and those appreciative of Welsh history and culture.
MAELIN
FeminineScottish name derived from Gaelic "mael," meaning "chief" or "prince." It carries a sense of leadership and nobility, popularized by figures like Malcolm II.
MAELINA
FeminineDistinctive Welsh feminine given name derived from 'mael', meaning 'chieftain' or 'prince', reflecting strength and leadership.
MAELIS
FeminineUnique French female given name derived from the Breton word "mael" meaning "prince," denoting high status in medieval Brittany's noble families, and now widely recognized as a rare yet captivating choice.
MAELIYAH
FeminineUnique and beautiful Hebrew name that means "song" or "melody".
MAELLA
FeminineDistinctively Spanish feminine name derived from 'María Ella', meaning 'Mary Ella'.
MAELLE
FeminineMaëlle is a unique feminine given name of Breton origin, meaning "prince" or "chief", popular in France and Brittany since the 10th century.
MAELLIE
FeminineDistinctive feminine given name of Breton origin, meaning 'chief' or 'prince'.
MAELLY
FeminineDistinctive French name with roots in the old French word "maille," meaning "mesh" or "net." It is believed to be a feminine form of Maël, meaning "prince" or "chief," suggesting leadership and elegance. While its history is relatively short, Maelly's rarity adds to its allure as a unique and captivating choice for parents seeking something special.
MAELO
MasculineRare Welsh name meaning 'chief' or 'prince', derived from the ancient element "mael". It has historical significance, notably borne by 6th-century king Maelgwn Gwynedd of North Wales.
MAELONI
FeminineItalian name meaning "dark-haired," popularized in medieval Italy and associated with notable figures like poet Maeloni da Pistoia.
MAELY
FeminineUnisex Hebrew name meaning "my God is my strength," gaining worldwide popularity as an alternative to traditional names like Michael or Michelle.
MAELYN
FeminineDistinctive Welsh name with historical significance, derived from Maelienydd meaning "land by the swift river," once a strategic region between the Severn and Wye rivers.
MAELYNN
FeminineWelsh name meaning "gentle leader," derived from Meilyr and associated with notable figures like the poet Meilyr Brydd Mawr and prince Maelgwn Gwynedd.
MAELYNNE
FeminineRare but captivating Gaelic given name meaning "maiden" or "virgin", originally associated with Scottish goddesses and prominent figures like Queen Maighdeann Ni Mhurchadha.
MAELYS
FeminineDistinctive Breton girl's name meaning "chief" or "prince".
MAEMI
FeminineKorean name meaning "beautiful three", with "mae" signifying beauty and "mi" representing the number three.
MAEOLA
FeminineRare and lovely Hawaiian name meaning "third child", significant to families in traditional Hawaiian culture as representing harmony and balance, often passed down through generations.
MAEOMA
FeminineRare, Hawaiian-origin female name with varying interpretations, including 'heavy rain' or 'rainbow's end'.
MAERA
FeminineUncommon feminine given name of uncertain origin, with theories suggesting it could be derived from Irish 'mair' meaning sea, Hebrew 'Meer/Mayer' meaning illuminating, or the Roman goddess Maera.
MAERENE
FeminineRare Welsh given name derived from "maerdref", meaning "great town" or "large village".