Female and male names most popular from last year starting with the letter "M" - page 82.
Makaley
Uncommon Irish given name derived from the surname MacAilí, meaning "son of Ali," which itself comes from Alastair or Alexander, both meaning "defender" or "noble.
Makali
African name of Maasai origin, meaning "a gift from God.
Makalia
Swahili name of African origin that means "beautiful" or "gorgeous".
Makaliah
Makaliah, of Hebrew origin, signifies 'song of God,' derived from the word 'makali'.
Makalie
Unique Hawaiian name meaning 'gift from the sea', reflecting its coastal origins and combining elements signifying wisdom and tranquility.
Makalla
Uncommon Nigerian Yoruba name believed to mean 'one who brings joy'.
Makalo
Distinctive Hawaiian name meaning "calm" or "peaceful," derived from the Hawaiian word "makalo.
Makalya
Unique African name of Swahili origin, derived from 'makali', meaning 'prickly pear'. It signifies strength, endurance, and adaptability.
Makalyn
Recent, distinctive American name variant of Scottish origin, meaning 'sea' in Gaelic.
Makalynn
Distinctive American name, created by combining Makayla or Makenzie with Kalyn or Layla, signifying either "gift from God" or "wise warrior".
Makamae
Rare Hawaiian name derived from 'maka' (eye) and 'mae' (front), translating to 'the front eye', and was traditionally given to children born with unique eye characteristics.
Makan
African name of Wolof origin, signifying 'to bring forth' or 'cause to come into being.'
Makanalei
Rare and beautiful Hawaiian name meaning 'the path of the beloved', derived from 'makana' (beloved/gifted) and 'lei' (garland/wreath). It originated in ancient Hawaiian culture, signifying guidance, love, and protection, often given to children born into royalty or showing exceptional qualities.
Makanna
Makanna, of Swahili origin, means 'food' or 'provision', traditionally given during times of plenty, symbolizing prosperity and abundance.
Makao
Unique Hawaiian name derived from 'makai', meaning 'towards the sea', reflecting the deep respect for the ocean in Hawaiian culture.
Makara
Makara, a Sanskrit-origin name meaning 'crocodile', is a unique and beautiful choice, symbolizing longevity and wisdom in Hindu mythology.
Makarah
Captivating Hebrew name meaning "song" or "melody," expressing musical harmony.
Makaria
Unique Greek name derived from "makarios," meaning "blessed" or "happy." It has historical significance in both Christianity and Greek mythology.
Makarie
Greek name meaning "blessed" or "happy," popularized during the Byzantine Empire and associated with Saint Makaria of Alexandria and Empress Makaria of Bulgaria.
Makarius
Makarius originates from Latin roots. It means 'blessed' and is derived from the Roman family name Macerius, which translates to 'thin' or 'lean'. The name gained popularity through early Christian saints named Macarius and has been predominantly used in Orthodox Christianity.
Makarri
Captivating African name, specifically Yoruba in origin, meaning "the pathfinder," symbolizing leadership and pioneership. It's also associated with Oya, the powerful Yoruba deity of wind and storms, embodying strength and courage. Historically, Makarri was held by notable figures like Queen Omocaro, a wise and just ruler. Despite its African roots, Makarri has gained global popularity due to its unique sound and meaningful significance.
Makasha
Captivating Swahili name derived from "makosa," meaning mistake or shortcoming, though its usage as a given name does not carry these negative connotations. Pronounced /ma-ka-sha/, it signifies strength and resilience in African heritage.
Makasia
African-origin name from Ghana's Ashanti tribe, signifying "one who has been brought back from the dead," reflecting spiritual power and resilience.
Makauri
Unique Polynesian name created by Maui Pomare in late 19th century New Zealand, combining 'Maku' (to hide) and 'auri' (treasure), symbolizing hidden beauty.
Makay
The Scottish-origin name Makay, derived from 'Maghraid' meaning 'pearl', stands out for its uniqueness and cultural heritage.
Makay
Makay is of Scottish origin, meaning 'son of Aodh,' a pagan god of the sun.
Makayda
Unique female name of African origin, derived from the Mandinka word "Magikay" meaning "happy" or "rejoice".
Makayden
Contemporary American boy's name, created by combining Makai and Aiden, with meanings derived from Hawaiian spirit world and Irish 'little fire'.
Makayden
American name created by combining Makayla and Hayden, peaking in popularity around 2012. Its meaning is not explicit but is often associated with its component parts: 'noble' or 'fair and bright', and 'from the hedged valley'.
Makayela
Captivating African name of Yoruba origin from Nigeria and Benin, translating to "wait for what comes down.
Makayia
African-derived name meaning "one who follows" or "one born to obey".
Makayiah
Unique feminine name of African American origin, derived from the Swahili word "maka" and the Hebrew suffix "-yah," with no specific meaning but allowing for individual interpretation.
Makayla
Unique American girl's name derived from the Irish "Maighdiln," meaning "she who has great beauty.
Makaylan
Irish unisex name derived from 'Maghcan', meaning "son of Maghcán" or "strong in battle", popularized by High King Maelsechnaill mac Domnaill (846-862 AD).
Makayle
Distinctive American name formed by combining Makenzie (Scottish, meaning 'son of Kenneth') and Kayla (Irish, meaning 'slender').
Makaylea
Unique, modern twist on the Scottish name Mackayla, meaning "son of Malcolm" or "child of Malcolm," popularized in recent years for its distinctiveness and appealing sound.
Makayleigh
Irish origin name derived from MacAileag, meaning 'son of bright flame' or 'bright flame of fire'.
Makaylen
Modern African American name created by blending Makayla and Kaylen; its meaning is not explicitly defined but reflects positivity from its component names, Makayla meaning "pearl" or "precious".
Makayley
Unique American name created by combining Makayla and Makenzie, with no specific meaning or history. Some associate it with the Irish surname MacAulay, "son of Augustine.
Makayli
American female name with a unique blend of meanings from Maya ("she who is born on earth") and Kaylee/Makayla ("pure" or "rejoice"), offering parents a captivating option since the late 1990s.