Female and male names starting with the letter "M" .
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MARSHAL
FeminineMarshall is an English name derived from the Old Norman French word "mareschal," meaning "marshal." Historically, marshals were high-ranking military officers responsible for maintaining law and order. Today, Marshall is popular worldwide as a strong, authoritative given name.
MARSHAL
MasculineMarshall is an English name of medieval origin that originally referred to those who cared for horses. It later evolved into a popular given name and surname. Notably, John Marshall, a prominent American jurist, bears this name.
MARSHALA
FeminineIndian name derived from the Sanskrit 'Marisha', meaning 'goddess Lakshmi', symbolizing wealth, prosperity, and good fortune.
MARSHALENE
FeminineEnglish occupational name from the Middle Ages, meaning 'leader' or 'organizer', associated with managing households.
MARSHALL
FeminineEnglish name derived from the Old English word 'mære', meaning 'horse'. Traditionally used as a surname for those connected to horses, Marshall became popular as a given name in the 20th century and is often associated with the whiskey brand and TV show of the same name. Despite these associations, it remains a powerful and memorable choice with a rich history behind it.
MARSHALL
MasculineMarshall: English origin, derived from "marsh," signifying wet, swampy land; originally a surname given to those living near marshes.
MARSHALLE
FeminineMarshall is a robust English male given name derived from the Old French word 'mareschal', meaning 'household servant' or 'servant at table'.
MARSHAN
FeminineUncommon unisex name of Arabic origin, derived from "marsad" meaning "platform" or "stage," signifying someone prominent or noticeable.
MARSHANA
FeminineCaptivating African name of Swahili origin, meaning 'God is merciful'.
MARSHANNA
FeminineUnique African American given name derived from the Swahili word "msamaria," meaning "help" or "assistance.
MARSHANTI
FeminineAfrican origin unisex name from Nigeria's Igbo ethnic group, meaning "The world belongs to me," reflecting independence and empowerment.
MARSHAUN
MasculineDistinctive African American name, created by combining Marshawn and Shaun, both of which derive from English ('marsh') and Irish ('God is gracious') origins respectively.
MARSHAWN
FeminineRare, African-American unisex name, formed by combining Marsha and Shawn; it may evoke marshes but has no explicit meaning.
MARSHAWN
MasculineDistinctively American name derived from the combination of Marsh and Shawn, conveying a sense of strength and uniqueness with roots in both English and Irish cultures.
MARSHAWNA
FeminineMarsheena is a distinctive African American name derived from Arabic "Muhammad", meaning "praiseworthy".
MARSHAY
FeminineAfrican-American name derived from Marshey, meaning "king" in Nigerian Igbo culture, chosen for its distinctive sound and powerful meaning.
MARSHAY
MasculineAfrican American name derived from Marshall, meaning "horseman" or "guardian of the horses". It's a unique and powerful name gaining popularity due to its historical ties and cultural significance.
MARSHAYA
FeminineDistinctive Swahili name meaning 'happy', conveying joy and positivity.
MARSHAYE
FeminineAfrican-origin name of Ashanti descent meaning "born on Tuesday.
MARSHAYLA
FeminineUnique American name created by blending "mar" from Mars, the Roman god of war, and "shayla," meaning "a lock of hair" in Arabic, symbolizing strength and beauty.
MARSHE
FeminineUnique and mysterious given name of unknown origin and meaning, used for both boys and girls worldwide with various spellings but no clear history or cultural significance.
MARSHEA
FeminineAfrican American name derived from Marsha and Sherae, meaning 'dedicated to Mars' and 'sweet', respectively, potentially signifying someone dedicated, sweet, with a connection to water or nature.
MARSHEELA
FeminineElegant Arabic name meaning 'refined' or 'graceful', traditionally given to girls embodying poise.
MARSHEENA
FeminineUnique Persian name meaning 'beautiful black-haired beauty', popularized by Ferdowsi's Shahnameh and admired worldwide for its elegance and grace.
MARSHEILA
FeminineRare given name of unknown origin, with no widely accepted theory about its meaning or etymological roots in common languages. Its history and usage are unclear, making it an enigmatic name choice.
MARSHEL
MasculineRare French boy's name derived from the Middle English word 'marshal,' meaning 'marescal' or 'horse master.'
MARSHEL
FeminineUnique Persian name meaning 'sun' or 'light', associated with positivity and brightness.
MARSHELIA
FeminineUncommon Middle Eastern name composed of 'Mars' meaning warrior/god of war and 'lia' meaning night, translating to "Warrior of the Night" or "Goddess of War at Night".
MARSHELL
MasculineMarshall is an English name derived from "mearhscal," meaning "horse servant.
MARSHELL
FeminineDistinct American given name variant of Marshall, originally an English occupational surname for a miller, though it lacks a widely accepted meaning.
MARSHELLA
FeminineUnique and captivating given name with unknown origins, often mistakenly linked to Latin 'martius' but lacking direct etymological ties.
MARSHELLE
FeminineCaptivating female name of French origin, derived from the male name Marshal, which originally meant 'horse servant'. It carries historical connections to power, authority, and service.
MARSHIA
FeminineUnique female name of African origin, derived from Swahili 'masharia' meaning 'light', signifying brightness and enlightenment.
MARSHIE
FeminineMarsheila is a captivating Irish name derived from Marshal, meaning "mareshal of the army.
MARSHON
FeminineAfrican-American given name coined by parents seeking a strong and distinctive moniker, inspired by names like Marshall or Marston but not directly connected to the Latin word "marsh.
MARSHON
MasculineDistinct male name of American origin, derived from Marshall and Shannon, signifying "horse marsh" (English) and the River Shannon (Irish).
MARSHONDA
FeminineDistinctive African-American name derived from 'Marsha' (meaning "guard" or "to go to war") and 'onda' ("wave"), suggesting strength like a wave.
MARSHUN
MasculineUnique African American variant of Marshall, meaning "guard of the marsh.
MARSI
FeminineRare Latin-derived name meaning "from Mars," the Roman god of war and agriculture, popular in ancient Rome during wartime or abundance periods.
MARSIA
FeminineUncommon female given name with Greek mythological roots, derived from the satyr Marsyas who challenged Apollo. Its meaning, believed to be 'to glow' or 'shine', adds a radiant quality to this distinctive choice.