Female and male names most popular from last year starting with the letter "M" - page 164.
Menelek
Ethiopian name derived from Emperor Menelik I, son of Solomon and the Queen of Sheba, meaning 'You have multiplied' in Amharic.
Meng
Ancient Chinese origin, meaning 'expansive' or 'vast', tracing back to the Xia Dynasty's prominent minister Meng Bennong.
Meng
Chinese name with ancient origins, meaning "outstanding" or "primary," often associated with Confucius' disciple Mencius. It has been popular among the nobility and scholars since the Zhou Dynasty and is still widely used today in East Asian countries and Overseas Chinese communities. Parents choose this name to express their hopes for their child's intelligence and excellence, as it holds philosophical significance tied to Confucianism but no particular religious or spiritual meaning beyond that.
Menika
Uncommon yet meaningful Sanskrit name derived from "Manika," meaning "jewel" or "gemstone.
Menley
Rare, distinct given name of unknown origin, with no definitive etymology or meaning, though some associate it with the Welsh word "Mynydd" meaning "mountain" or view it as a variant spelling of Melville. Its rarity makes it appealing for those seeking a unique name.
Mennah
Egyptian name derived from the warrior goddess Menhit, signifying "she who slays.
Mennie
Rare and distinctive given name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from the Scottish surname "McInnes" meaning "son of Angus," or an abbreviation of feminine names like Mary or Margaret. Despite its unclear roots, Mennie carries a sense of individuality and uniqueness.
Menphis
Rare yet notable given name of ancient Egyptian origin, derived from the historic city of Memphis, meaning 'balance' or 'equilibrium,' reflecting the harmonious union of Upper and Lower Egypt under King Menes.
Mensah
Ashanti Ghanaian name meaning 'born on Saturday' in the Akan language.
Mentha
Rare Arabic female given name meaning "scented," derived from Latin 'mentha' and Greek 'minthe,' with ties to the mint plant in Greek mythology.
Mentie
Rare French given name derived from the word 'menthe' meaning mint, associated with culinary and perfume industries in its heyday.
Menyon
African origin name from Nigeria's Igbo tribe, meaning 'peaceful' or 'at peace'.
Menzo
Unique Dutch given name derived from the surname "Mensen", meaning "people" in English, without specific historical or symbolic significance.
Meosha
The name Meosha originates from Africa's Ashanti people in Ghana, derived from the Akan language, meaning 'Born on a Saturday,' associated with auspicious birthdays.
Meoshi
Unique, modern Japanese name with no specific meaning but carries the allure of Japanese culture.
Meoshia
Unique girl's name of unknown origin, gaining popularity for its distinct sound despite lacking concrete historical background or universally agreed-upon meaning.
Meradith
Unique Welsh female given name derived from Meredith, meaning "great joy".
Meraiah
Unique Hebrew name meaning 'song of the Lord', derived from 'meri' (to sing) and 'ah' (of the Lord).
Meraki
Greek origin, meaning 'doing something with soul, creativity, or love'.
Meraki
Modern Greek name coined by Elia Kazan, meaning "to do something with soul, creativity, or love".
Merald
Rare, unique name of unknown origin with no widely accepted meaning or history.
Merali
Swahili origin unisex name meaning 'to be patient', encouraging patience and perseverance, while also carrying wisdom and resilience associations.
Meraly
Hebrew name meaning "song," signifying joy and harmony, with roots in biblical times and associations with Jerusalem's Temple music tradition.
Meranda
Elegant unisex name of English origin, derived from ancient Welsh elements meaning "great sea.
Merari
Distinctive Hebrew name, derived from 'merarim', meaning 'bitter' or 'rebellious'. It's significant in Jewish history as it was borne by one of the heads of the Kohathite clan, who carried the tabernacle during the Israelites' wilderness journey.
Meraris
Rare Latin-derived name meaning "of the sea" or "from the sea.
Merav
Hebrew female given name derived from the word "miracle," signifying wonder and positivity.
Meraya
Unique and beautiful African name of Swahili origin, translating to "peaceful" and embodying harmony and tranquility.
Mercades
Unique Spanish name meaning mercy or kindness, derived from the medieval military orders established by Ferdinand III of Castile, and associated with Saint Raymond of Peñafort.
Mercadez
Spanish-origin name derived from "mercado," meaning "market," symbolizing prosperity and success in commerce and trade.
Mercadies
Rare, Latin-derived given name meaning 'market' that originated among Roman marketplace traders during the imperial era.
Mercan
Turkish given name derived from 'merc', meaning 'snow', symbolizing purity and beauty.
Merce
Catalan origin and means "mercy" in English.
Merce
Distinctive Catalan name meaning 'mercy'.
Merced
Distinctive Spanish name derived from "mercedes," meaning "mercy" or "grace.
Merced
Mercy is a female given name of Spanish origin, meaning 'mercy' or 'compassion'.
Merceda
Spanish origin name derived from "merced," meaning mercy or compassion.
Mercedas
Mercedes is of Spanish origin, meaning "mercy" or "compassion," traditionally associated with the Virgin Mary in Spain.
Mercede
The female name Mercede, of Spanish origin, means 'mercy' or 'kindness'. It dates back to medieval Spain where it was often given to girls born into noble families, expressing hope for their future happiness.
Mercedee
Elegant Spanish female given name meaning "mercy" or "grace", popularized during the Renaissance period and associated with religious art like Murillo's "The Immaculate Conception of the Virgin".