Female and male names starting with the letter "M" .
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MARQUAY
MasculineRare but notable given name of African origin, derived from Luganda "maruku" meaning "wise one".
MARQUE
MasculineThe name Marque originates from France, meaning "mark" or "brand", and was historically used for people who worked in marking goods or lived near boundaries.
MARQUE
FeminineThe name Marquis, of French origin meaning 'margrave,' has been associated with nobility since medieval times.
MARQUEA
FeminineLatin-origin feminine name that means "distinctive" or "standing out like a mark.
MARQUEAL
MasculineMarqueal, pronounced /ˈmɑːrkiːl/, is of African origin from the Yoruba culture of Nigeria. It translates to 'Unique and rare'.
MARQUECE
MasculineDistinct male name of African American origin, derived from Marcus, which means "warlike" or "dedicated to Mars".
MARQUEE
FeminineRare French given name derived from the word 'marqué', meaning 'marked' or 'branded'. It was first used as a boys' name during the Middle Ages, possibly inspired by the practice of branding livestock. Despite its origins, Marquee has been adopted across various cultures and even used as stage names due to its distinctive sound. Today, it remains a unique choice for parents seeking a memorable name with history.
MARQUEE
MasculineRare, French-origin given name derived from the noble title 'marquis', first used in the late 19th century to convey prestige.
MARQUEEN
FeminineDistinctive Latin-derived name meaning "nobleman of high rank," originally used in ancient Rome as a title for nobility.
MARQUEES
MasculineMarques is of Latin origin, meaning 'boundary' or 'mark'. Originally a surname for those living near boundaries, it now serves as a distinct given name worldwide.
MARQUEESE
MasculineModern African American given name coined by rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs for his son, born in 2006. Its meaning is uncertain but may relate to the French word 'marqué', suggesting uniqueness or destiny.
MARQUEETA
FeminineAfrican-origin given name, traditionally used by Akan people of Ghana and Ivory Coast. Its meanings vary among tribes but convey positivity, such as "noble" or "like a star".
MARQUEIS
MasculineDistinctive given name of African origin, derived from the French Marquis meaning "nobleman" or "ruler". It gained popularity in the U.S. during the 1970s-1980s among African American families as a unique way to honor African heritage.
MARQUEISHA
FeminineElegant African American name with Spanish roots, meaning "Marchioness" or "Countess".
MARQUEL
FeminineUnique Spanish given name derived from "marqués," meaning "marquis." It signifies nobility and dedication to Mars, the Roman god of war. Originally used by Spanish and Portuguese aristocracy during the Middle Ages, it now enjoys widespread popularity among parents seeking distinctive names for their sons.
MARQUEL
MasculineFrench given name derived from the Latin 'Marculus', meaning 'dedicated to Mars', the Roman god of war and agriculture.
MARQUELL
FeminineUnique American given name of French origin, derived from "marquise" meaning "countess," popularized in the 20th century for its musicality and associations with high social status.
MARQUELL
MasculineAfrican-American origin name, combining Mark and Quintel, popularized in the late 20th century.
MARQUELLA
FeminineUnique Spanish girl's name derived from "marquesa," meaning marchioness, reflecting high social status or nobility.
MARQUELLE
FeminineRare French-derived given name meaning 'marchioness' or 'countess'.
MARQUELLE
MasculineIgbo name from Nigeria meaning 'beauty', symbolizing elegance and grace both internally and externally, with deep historical and cultural significance passed down through generations.
MARQUERITE
FeminineMarguerite is a feminine given name of Latin origin meaning "pearl," popularized by medieval French literature.
MARQUES
MasculineMarkes is a unique Spanish-origin given name derived from 'marca', meaning 'mark' or 'brand'. Originally a surname, it was adopted by noble families during the Renaissance and has since evolved into a unisex given name.
MARQUES
FeminineDistinctive Latin-origin given name derived from 'marca', meaning 'border' or 'mark'. It originally denoted those living near borders or serving as guards, dating back to ancient Roman times.
MARQUESA
FeminineSpanish origin, derived from 'marquesa,' meaning 'marchioness'.
MARQUESE
MasculineUnique African name derived from the Swahili word "marqueue," meaning "young warrior.
MARQUESHA
FeminineAfrican-American origin female given name created by combining Marquise andasha in the late 20th century.
MARQUESHIA
FeminineUnique female given name of African American origin, created by combining Marquise and Jessica, suggesting 'royal elegance'. Popularized by author Ntozake Shange, it's established globally despite no explicit meaning.
MARQUESS
MasculineUncommon male given name of English origin, derived from the Italian word "marchese," meaning "border count" and originally referring to noblemen who held lands on the border between two territories. It is often associated with wealth, power, and prestige due to its historical context as a title for nobility.
MARQUESSA
FeminineRare, Spanish-derived name originally meaning 'marchioness', denoting high-ranking noblewomen in medieval Europe.
MARQUEST
MasculineUncommon given name of unknown origin and meaning.
MARQUET
MasculineThe name Marquet originates from France, translating to 'carved' and potentially derived from the Old French word for 'to mark' or 'to carve'.
MARQUETA
FeminineMarquita is a distinctive Spanish-origin female name derived from 'marquita', meaning 'little sea' or 'small wave'.
MARQUETIA
FeminineDistinctive African female given name derived from the Yoruba culture in Nigeria, meaning "one who brings happiness.
MARQUETT
MasculineDistinctive French given name of Germanic origin, signifying 'ruler of the borderlands'.
MARQUETTA
FeminineAfrican origin from Ghana's Ashanti people, meaning 'queen' in the Twi language.
MARQUETTE
MasculineFrench name meaning 'from the market' or 'from the square'.
MARQUETTE
FeminineFrench surname derived from "marca," meaning "border" or "boundary.
MARQUETTIA
FeminineUnique American feminine given name coined by author Flannery O'Connor, with an uncertain meaning possibly linked to French 'marquetry'.
MARQUEVIOUS
MasculineUncommon yet powerful African American name derived from Latin roots, signifying 'warlike and dedicated to Mars', the Roman god of war.