Names that start with M
2,230 different M-names were given to U.S. babies in 2025, and Mia led them with 11,087 newborns. Compare all 8,135 names on record by a single year, a recent range, or their complete history.
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M-names in 2025
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- Mezziah12
- Milenna12
- Mariani12
- Marlani12
- Mkai12
- Musaab12
- Mavyn12
- Maxxine12
- Mersana12
- MarylinA blend of Mary and Lyn, hence likely meaning 'beloved + lake' or 'star of the sea + lake'English11
- MickyOf uncertain originEnglish11
- MartellUncertainFrench11
- MaconDerived from the surname Macon, possibly from the Welsh personal name Maccus or from the French place name MaconEnglish11
- MaliqueVariant of Malik, meaning 'king' or 'master' in ArabicArabic11
- MalloriVariant of Mallory, derived from an Old French nickname meaning 'unfortunate' or 'ill-fated'English11
- MontelOf uncertain originEnglish11
- MeleahOf uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Amalia or a respelling of MaliaModern coinage11
- MickaelWho is like God?Hebrew11
- MakayleeCombination of the prefix "Ma-" and the name Kaylee, which is a modern variant of Kayla, ultimately derived from the Gaelic surname Mac Caollaidhe, meaning "son of Caollaidhe" (a personal name perhaps meaning "slender")Modern coinage11
- MarcanthonyOf uncertain originModern coinage11
- Martaviousof uncertain origin, likely a modern coinage combining elements of names like Marcus or Martin with the fashionable suffix -iousModern coinage11
- MatthieuGift of GodFrench11
- ManyaOf debated originHebrew11
- MatilynModern feminine name, likely a blend of Matilda and Lynn, or a respelling of MadelineModern coinage11
- Mairinof debated originIrish11
- Madalynneof uncertain origin, likely a variant of Madeline or Magdalene, traditionally associated with Mary MagdaleneModern coinage11
- ManiyahOf uncertain originModern coinage11
- MakynleeOf uncertain originModern coinage11
- MahliaOf uncertain originModern coinage11
- MaryanaOf uncertain originModern coinage11
- MartrellOf uncertain originModern coinage11
- MaalikOwner, master, or king in ArabicArabic11
- MakotoTruth, sincerity, or a combination of several meanings depending on the kanji usedJapanese11
- MellodyMelody, a sequence of single notes that is musically satisfyingEnglish11
- MercieGrace, favor, or mercyEnglish11
- MalayiaOf uncertain originModern coinage11
- MasieVariant of Maisie, a Scottish diminutive of Margaret meaning "pearlScottish11
- MiladOne of uncertain origin, possibly derived from Persian for 'birthday' or a variant of Arabic 'Milad' meaning 'birth'Persian11
- MaisenOf uncertain origin, possibly a modern variant of Mason or a surname-inspired coinageModern coinage11
- MahamedPraised, praiseworthyArabic11
- MujtabaChosen, selected, or elected (one)Arabic11
- MatinA Persian-derived name meaning 'heart' or 'core', also interpreted as 'strong' or 'firm'Persian11
- MalikhiOf uncertain originModern coinage11
- MaxiOf uncertain originModern coinage11
- Mechelof uncertain originModern coinage11
- MarabelleOf uncertain originModern coinage11
- MadynA modern invented name, likely formed from the fashionable suffix -lyn or -din combined with the initial Ma-Modern coinage11
- MajestiOf debated originModern coinage11
- MaluPeaceful or calm, possibly derived from Hawaiian 'malu' meaning 'peace' or 'shade'Hawaiian11
- MansurVictorious, one who is helped by God to triumphArabic11
- MaeleyProbably a modern invented name, likely a blend of Mae and Lee, or a respelling of MileyModern coinage11
- MazyOf uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Macy or a modern coinage from the sound 'Maz'Modern coinage11
- MaverykA modern respelling of Maverick, meaning 'independent one' or 'nonconformist'Modern coinage11
- MichoelWho is like God? (rhetorical question affirming no one is like God)Hebrew11
- MahreenOf uncertain originArabic11
- MoishyDiminutive of Moses, of uncertain meaningHebrew11
- MilliannaA modern invented name, likely a blend of 'Milla' and 'Anna' or an elaboration of 'Milla'Modern coinage11
- MadeleinOf uncertain meaningEnglish11
- MeshilemGod will repay or rewardHebrew11
- MatisGift of GodScandinavian11
- MelayahOf uncertain meaning, likely a modern invented nameModern coinage11
- MerittOf uncertain originEnglish11
- MalonieOf uncertain originModern coinage11
- Makeen11
- Maiara11
- Mayva11
- Myloh11
- Myke11
- Malo11
- Mahid11
- Maristella11
- Mahveen11
- Miyuri11
- Mazir11
- Melodii11
- Mariahelena11
- Mohammadomar11
- Miransh11
- Mykhailo11
- Maverie11
- Mireina11
- MillardOf uncertain originEnglish10
- MitchelWho is like God?English10
- MaudieOf debated originEnglish10
- MaryjoCompound of Mary and Jo, with Mary meaning 'beloved' or 'bitter' and Jo as a diminutive of Josephine or JoannaEnglish10
- MagdaOf uncertain origin, commonly considered a short form of Magdalena, meaning 'from Magdala'Greek10
- MatthewsGift of Yahweh or gift of GodEnglish10
- MykalWho is like God?Hebrew10
- MarvellOf uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Marvel, meaning 'wonder' or 'miracle'Modern coinage10
- MerariOf uncertain originHebrew10
- Marikolikely derived from Japanese elements meaning 'true child' or 'ball child'Japanese10
- MitzyUncertainEnglish10
- MateuszGift of GodSlavic10
- MontaviousOf uncertain originModern coinage10
- MarycatherineA compound name combining Mary and CatherineEnglish10
- MalainaNo clear meaningModern coinage10
- MarlaynaOf uncertain originModern coinage10
- MateaGift of GodSlavic10
- ManonBitterFrench10
- MoeShort form of names beginning with Mo-, such as Morris or MosesEnglish10
- Mattigift of God or gift of YahwehScandinavian10
- MalaNecklace or garland in Sanskrit, also a name of the Hindu goddess LakshmiSanskrit10
- MaguireSon of the beige one, referring to a person with a dusky complexionIrish10
- MarialuisaA combination of Maria and Luisa, typically interpreted as 'bitter sea' and 'renowned warrior'Italian10
- MarckVariant spelling of Mark, traditionally meaning 'dedicated to Mars' or 'warlikeEnglish10
- MahealaniMoonlight or light of the moonHawaiian10
- MuhamedPraiseworthy, the one who is praisedArabic10
- MontiShort form of Montgomery or Montague, meaning 'mountain belonging to' or 'pointed hill'English10
- MiciahWho is like God?Hebrew10
- MeraryOf uncertain originModern coinage10
- MelahOf uncertain originModern coinage10
- MyliaA modern invented name, likely a blend of the popular prefix My- (from names like Myra or Myla) and the suffix -liaModern coinage10
- Malieof uncertain originHawaiian10
- ManasOne who is wise or intelligentSanskrit10
- MithraFriend, ally, or covenantPersian10
- MuhamadPraiseworthy, commendableArabic10
- MargarethA variant of Margaret, meaning "pearlGreek10
- MercuryFrom the Roman god Mercury, associated with speed, communication, and commerceLatin10
- MarsdenMarshy valleyEnglish10
- MeilynOften considered a modern blend of May and Lynn, or a variant of MaylineModern coinage10
- MyleiOf uncertain origin, likely a modern creative spelling of Miley or a variant of Malay or MilaModern coinage10
- MariavictoriaA compound of Maria and Victoria, literally 'bitter sea victory' or 'star of the sea victory'Spanish10
- MakinsleyMakinsley is a modern invented name, likely formed from the popular suffix 'sley' combined with the sound 'Makin' (possibly influenced by the surname McKinley or the name Mackenzie)Modern coinage10
- MuzammilOne who is wrapped in a garment, referring to the Quranic epithet of the Prophet MuhammadArabic10
- MeliOf uncertain originModern coinage10
- MaddelineA modern phonetic spelling of Madeline, ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Magdalene, meaning 'of Magdala'Modern coinage10
- MihranKind, loving, or benevolentPersian10
- MaasaiOf uncertain originAfrican10
- MiroslavOne who glorifies peace or is praised for peaceSlavic10
- MukhtarChosen, selected, or the chosen oneArabic10
- MarialuizaOf uncertain originModern coinage10
- MoatazOne who is strong, invincible, or proudArabic10
- MillaniOf uncertain originModern coinage10
- MassaiOf uncertain originAfrican10
- MaizleyA modern invented name, likely a feminine variant of Maisie or a blend of Mae and -leyModern coinage10
- MemoriMemory, remembranceModern coinage10
- MaislynOf uncertain originModern coinage10
- MarloeOf uncertain originModern coinage10
- MarinetteOf uncertain originFrench10
- Maykol10
- Mohammadali10
- Milanii10
- Modou10
- Maxence10
- Messai10
- Muhammadjon10
- Mav10
- Mayble10
- Mawa10
- Marceau10
- Mazion10
- Milahn10
- Maislynn10
- Maizen10
- Mwajuma10
- Makoah10
- Muhammadyasin10
- Mezekiah10
- Mmunga10
- Maelah10
- Marcielo10
- Mahwa10
- MerryMerry is an English word name meaning 'cheerful' or 'joyful'English9
- MelonieDerived from the Greek word for 'honey' or 'honey-sweet'English9
- MigdaliaOf uncertain originHebrew9
- MaryleeCompound name combining Mary, meaning 'beloved' or 'bitter', and Lee, meaning 'clearing' or 'meadow'English9
- MercedezFrom the Spanish title of the Virgin Mary, María de las Mercedes, meaning 'Our Lady of Mercy'Spanish9
- MauryOf uncertain originEnglish9
- MykaylaOf uncertain meaningModern coinage9
- MeriOf debated originScandinavian9
- MikellOf uncertain originModern coinage9
- MolliA variant spelling of Molly, traditionally understood as a pet form of Mary, meaning 'beloved' or 'wished-for child'English9
- MayeNickname or short form of Mary or Margaret, likely derived from the month of May or the name MaiaEnglish9
- MikiOf uncertain originModern coinage9
- MarvellaA feminine elaboration of Marvin, ultimately derived from the Welsh name Mervyn, meaning 'sea friend' or 'marsh friendEnglish9
- MarlainaA modern elaboration of Marla or Marlene, often associated with the meaning of Mary (beloved) or the seaModern coinage9
- MackaylaModern feminine name, likely a respelling of Michaela, which is the feminine form of Michael, meaning 'who is like God?'Modern coinage9
- MelainaOf uncertain originModern coinage9
- MaliekOf uncertain originModern coinage9
- MikennaOf uncertain originModern coinage9
- MariskaOf the sea or bitterSlavic9
- MarilyA modern variant of Marilyn, likely combining Mary and Lynn, or a respelling of Marilee, meaning 'drop of the sea' or 'beloved'English9
- MalasiaProbably a modern coinage inspired by the country Malaysia or the name Malaysia, with no traditional etymological meaningModern coinage9
- MakiOf uncertain originJapanese9
- MadalyneVariant spelling of Madeline, derived from Magdalen, meaning 'woman from MagdalaEnglish9
- MalachyDevotee or messenger of GodIrish9
- MarshonUnknown, possibly a modern invented name or a variant of Marlon or DarnellModern coinage9
- MadilynneWoman from MagdalaEnglish9
- MaiyahOf uncertain originModern coinage9
- MannixDerived from the Irish surname Ó Mainnín, possibly meaning 'little monk' or 'devotee of Manachán'Irish9
- MalakyeMalakye is a modern respelling of Malachi, a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'my messenger' or 'my angel'Modern coinage9
- MilyOften considered a short form of names like Milagros (meaning 'miracles' in Spanish) or Camila (meaning 'young ceremonial attendant' in Latin), but also used independently as a modern invented nameModern coinage9
- MasterMaster denotes a person with authority or skillEnglish9
- MarellaProbably derived from the Latin word 'mare' meaning 'sea', effectively 'of the sea' or 'star of the sea'Italian9
- MaxamillionThe greatestModern coinage9
- MilicaGracious, dearSlavic9
- MeiliBeautiful, pretty (Chinese origin)Modern coinage9
- MeridianOf uncertain originModern coinage9
- MeloniProbably a modern invented name, possibly a feminine elaboration of Mel or a variant of MelonyModern coinage9
- MakeylaOf uncertain originModern coinage9