500+ Popular Baby Names and Meanings, Boy, and Girl That Start with “M”

In this article, we will explore over 500 popular baby names that start with “M” and delve into their meanings and significance.
Choosing a name for your baby is a momentous decision, one that often reflects your aspirations and hopes for your child. If you’re looking for a name that starts with “M,” you’re in luck because the letter “M” offers a plethora of beautiful, meaningful, and trendy options for both boys and girls.

Tips for Choosing the Perfect Name

Selecting the perfect name for your child can be a daunting task. Here are some tips to help you make the right choice:

• Consider the sound and flow of the name.
• Think about the meaning and significance.
• Take into account family and cultural traditions.
• Ensure it’s a name that will age well.

500+ Popular Baby Names and Meanings That Start with M Entries – Boy Names

S/N:	Name:	Meaning:
01	Mace	A mace was a medieval weapon used by knights.
02	Madison	Surname derived from Matthew gift of God or from Matilda strong fighter.
03	Maed	From the meadow
04	Maelwine	Strong friend
05	Maeret	Little famous one
06	Maerewine	Famous friend
07	Maethelwine	Council friend
08	Maetthere	Powerful army
09	Maitland	From the meadow
10	Malin	Little warrior
11	Malvin	Council friend
12	Malvyn	Council friend
13	Malyn	Little warrior
14	Manfred	Hero’s peace
15	Marchland –	From the march
16	Manfrid	Hero’s peace
17	Manley	From the hero’s meadow
18	Manly	From the hero’s meadow
19	Mann	Hero
20	Manning	Son of a hero
21	Mannleah	From the hero’s meadow
22	Mansfield	From the field by the small river
23	Manton	From the hero’s town or farm
24	Maralyn	Blend of Marie or Mary and Lyn.
25	Marchman	From the march
26	Mardel	Surname used as a given name.
27	Marden	From the valley with the pool. Surname used as a given name.
28	Mardon	From the valley with the pool
29	Mariel	Diminutive of Maria.
30	Marilynn	Blend of Marie or Mary and Lyn.

Serial no:	Name	Meaning:
31	Marji	Variant of the French Margerie.
32	Mark	Of Mars: the god of war. Form of Marcus. The Roman surname of John Mark who was missionary companion to Peter and Paul and writer of one of the four Gospel accounts of the life of Jesus.
33	Marlan	A Form of Merle.
34	Marland	From the march. A Form of Merle.
35	Marschall	Steward
36	Marlayne	Variant of Madeline Woman from Magdala.
37	Marleigh	Variant of Marlene Woman from Magdala.
38	Marley	From the march meadow
39	Marlin	A Form of Merle.
40	Marline	Variant of Madeline Woman from Magdala.
41	Marlon	A Form of Merle.
42	Marlow	From the hill by the lake. Marshy meadow.
43	Marlowe	From the hill by the lake
44	Marly	From the march meadow
45	Marlyssa	Woman from Magdala.
46	Marsden	From the marsh valley
47	Marsh	From the marsh
48	Marshal	Steward
49	Marshall	Steward Caretaker of horses.
50	Marsten	Town near the marsh.
51	Marston	From the farm by the pool Town near the marsh.
52	Martin	Warrior of Mars.
53	Marty	Warrior of Mars.
54	Martyn	Warrior of Mars.
55	Marven	Form of Mervin.
56	Marvin	Form of Mervin.
57	Marvyn	Form of Mervin.
58	Marwin	Form of Mervin.
59	Marwood	From the lake forest
60	Maryann	Derived from Mary Bitter. Mary was the biblical mother of Christ. Names like Dolores and Mercedes have been created to express aspects of Mary’s life and worship.

Serial no:	Name:	Meaning:
61	Marybell	Derived from Mary Bitter. Mary was the biblical mother of Christ. Names like Dolores and Mercedes have been created to express aspects of Mary’s life and worship.
62	Marylu	Derived from Mary Bitter. Mary was the biblical mother of Christ. Names like Dolores and Mercedes have been created to express aspects of Mary’s life and worship.
63	Mason	Worker in stone Surname.
67	Mather	Powerful army
68	Mathers	Son of Mather
69	Matherson	Son of Mather
70	Mathew	Gift of God
71	Matt	Gift of God
72	Matthias	Gift of God
73	Maunfeld	From the field by the small river
74	Maurice	Dark-skinned: A Moor.
75	Mavrick	When a nineteenth-century American named Maverick refused to brand his calves as other ranchers did: his name came to signify an independent man who avoids conformity.
76	Maverick	When a nineteenth-century American named Maverick refused to brand his calves as other ranchers did: his name came to signify an independent man who avoids conformity.
77	Maxfield	Field belonging to Mack.
78	Maximilian	The greatest.
79	Maximillian	The greatest.
80	Maxwell	Capable
81	Mayer	Headman: mayor. Surname.
82	Mayfield	From the warrior’s field
83	Mead	From the meadow
84	Meade	Honey wine or meadow.
85	Medwin	Strong friend
86	Medwine	Strong friend
87	Medwyn	Strong friend
89	Mel	Meaning uncertain but possibly friend of Michael.
90	Melborn	From the mill stream

Serial no:	Name:	Meaning:
91	Melbourne	From the mill stream
92	Melburn	From the mill stream
93	Melbyrne	From the mill stream
94	Meldon	From the hillside mill
95	Meldrick	From the powerful mill
96	Meldrik	From the powerful mill
97	Meldryk	From the powerful mill
98	Melvin	Strong friend
99	Melvon	Meaning uncertain but possibly friend of Michael.
100	Melvyn	Strong friend. Possibly friend of Michael.
101	Mercer	Merchant
102	Merestun	From the farm by the pool
103	Merewode –	From the lake forest
104	Merewood	From the lake forest
105	Merlow	From the hill by the lake
106	Merril	Shining sea.
107	Merrill	Shining sea.
108	Merritt	Little famous one
109	Mersc	From the marsh
110	Merton	From the estate by the lake
111	Mervin	Famous friend
112	Mervyn	Famous friend
113	Merwyn	Famous friend
114	Mick	Abbreviation of Michael and Micah Who is like God?
115	Mickey	Abbreviation of Michael and Micah Who is like God?
116	Mike	Abbreviation of Michael and Micah Who is like God?
117	Milburn	From the mill stream
118	Milbyrne	From the mill stream
119	Miles	Merciful
120	Milford	From the mill’s ford

Serial no:	Name:	Meaning:
120	Millard	One who grinds grain. Occupational surname.
122	Millen	One who grinds grain. Occupational surname.
123	Miller	One who grinds grain. Occupational surname.
124	Millman	Mill worker
125	Milman	Mill worker
126	Milo	Merciful
127	Milton	From the mill farm
128	Milward	Keeper of the mill
129	Mindy	Abbreviation of Melinda.
130	Mistie	misty
131	Mitcbel	Like God
132	Mitch	Form of Michael Who is like God?
133	Mitchel	Form of Michael Who is like God?
134	Mitchell	Form of Michael Who is like God?
135	Modraed –	Brave
136	Monte	From the wealthy man’s mountain
137	Montgomery	From the wealthy man’s mountain
138	Montie	Mountain. Abbreviation of Montague and Montgomery.
139	Monty	Mountain. Abbreviation of Montague and Montgomery.
140	Mordred	Brave
141	More	From the moors
142	Moreland	From the moors
143	Moreley	From the meadow on the moor
144	Morland	Marsh: wet land.
145	Morlee	From the meadow on the moor
146	Morly	From the meadow on the moor
147	Morrey	Dark-skinned: A Moor. Form of Maurice.
148	Morrie	Dark-skinned: A Moor. Form of Maurice.
149	Morris	Son of More
150	Morrisey	Son of More

Serial no:	Name:	Meaning:
151	Morrison	Dark-skinned: A Moor. Form of Maurice.
152	Morse	Dark-skinned: A Moor. Form of Maurice.
153	Morton	From the farm near the moor
154	Moss	Medieval form of Moses saved from the water.
155	Moulton	From the mule farm
156	Myles	Merciful
157	Mylnburne	From the mill stream
158	Mylnric	From the powerful mill
159	Mylo	Merciful
160	Maddox	Beneficient
161	Magnus	Great
162	Malcolm	Royal Blood
163	Martin	Warlike
164	Melvin	Servant
165	Marcus	Warlike
166	Mark, Marc	Variant of Marcus
167	Marlon	Falcon
168	Marvin	Sea
169	Matthew	Gift of the Lord
170	Maurice	Dark Skin
171	Max, Maxwell	Great
172	Medwin	Powerful Friend
173	Melville	Form of Malvin
174	Merlin	Bird
175	Michael	Like God
176	Milburn	Residence Name
177	Miles	Soldier
178	Monroe	A Wheeler
179	Montague	Residence Name
180	Montgomery	Mountain
	Morgan	From the Sea’s Edge
	Morris	Moorish
	Morton	From the Farm or Moor
	Murray	Seaman

500+ Popular Baby Names and Meanings That Start with M Entries – Girl Names

Serial no:	Name:	Meaning:
181	Mable	Lovable. Abbreviation of Amabel.
182	Macayla	A gift from God.
183	Maci	Derived from medieval 1 form of Matthew.
184	Macie	Derived from medieval 1 form of Matthew.
185	Mackinzie	Ever Loving
186	Maddie	Woman from Magdala. Variant of Madeleine. Madeleine: (English/French) Woman from Magdala.
187	MaddieLynn	Madelena – Woman from Magdala. Variant of Madeleine. Madeleine: (English/French) Woman from Magdala.
188	Madelene	Madeleine: (English/French) Woman from Magdala.
189	Madison	Surname derived from Matthew: (gift of Jah) or Matilda: (strong fighter). The mermaid heroine of the film Splash.
190	Madisyn	Good. Variant of Madison.
191	Madra	Mother
192	Madre	Mother
193	Mady	Maiden
194	Maegth –	Maiden
195	Maertisa	Famous
196	Maggi	Abbreviation of Margaret. A pearl.
197	Maggie	Abbreviation of Margaret. A pearl.
198	Maggie-Lyn	Beautiful Child of Light.
199	Maggy	Abbreviation of Margaret. A pearl.
200	Maida	Maiden: virgin.
201	Maidel	Maiden
202	Maidie	Maiden
203	Maisie	Nickname for Margaret or Marjorie.
204	Maitane	Dearly loved
205	Maite	Dearly loved
206	Maitena	Dearly loved
207	Malinda	Blend of Melissa and Linda.
208	Mallory	Surname popular as a girl’s name due to popular character Mallory on the TV series Family Ties.
209	Mamie	Abbreviation of Mary and Miriam.
210	Manda	Abbreviation of Amanda worthy of being loved.

Serial No:	Name:	Meaning:
211	Mandalyn	Abbreviation of Amanda worthy of being loved.
212	Mandi	Abbreviation of Amanda worthy of being loved.
213	Mandie	Abbreviation of Amanda worthy of being loved.
214	Mandy	Abbreviation of Amanda worthy of being loved.
215	Mara	Bitter. The biblical Naomi claimed the name Mara as an expression of grief after the deaths of her husband and sons: Variant of Mary: Abbreviation of Tamara.
216	Maralyn	Blend of Marie or Mary and Lyn.
217	Maree	Variant of Latin Mary bitter
218	Mareesa	Variant of Maria.
219	Margerie	Variant of the French Margerie.
220	Mariah	Variant of Latin Mary bitter
221	Marie	Variant of Latin Mary bitter
222	Mariel	Diminutive of Maria.
223	Marigold	Mary’s gold – refers to both the flower and the mother of Jesus.
224	Marilyn –	Blend of Marie or Mary and Lyn.
225	Marilynn	Blend of Marie or Mary and Lyn.
226	Marisa	Variant of Maria.
227	Marise	Variant of Maria.
228	Marji	Variant of the French Margerie.
229	Marjo	Variant of the French Margerie.
230	Marla	Variant of Marlene Woman from Magdala.
231	Marlaina	Variant of Madeline Woman from Magdala.
232	Marlana	Variant of Madeline Woman from Magdala
233	Marlayna	Variant of Madeline Woman from Magdala.
234	Marlayne	Variant of Madeline Woman from Magdala.
235	Marleen	Variant of Madeline Woman from Magdala.
236	Marleena	Variant of Madeline Woman from Magdala.
237	Marleene	Variant of Madeline Woman from Magdala.
238	Marleigh	Marshy meadow. Also Variant of Marlene Woman from Magdala.
239	Marleina	Variant of Madeline Woman from Magdala.
240	Marlena	Variant of Madeline Woman from Magdala.

Serial No:	Name:	Meaning:
241	Marlene	Variant of Madeline Woman from Magdala.
242	Marlenne	Feminine of Marlon: Variant of Marlene Woman from Magdala.
243	Marley	Marshy meadow. Also Variant of Marlene Woman from Magdala.
244	Marlin	Feminine of Marlon: Variant of Marlene Woman from Magdala.
245	Marlina	Variant of Madeline Woman from Magdala.
246	Marlinda	Variant of Madeline Woman from Magdala.
247	Marline	Variant of Madeline Woman from Magdala.
248	Marlisa	Variant of Marlene Woman from Magdala.
249	Marliss	Variant of Marlene Woman from Magdala.
250	Marlowe	Variant of Marlene Woman from Magdala.
251	Marlyn	Blend of Marie or Mary and Lyn.
252	Marlynn	Feminine of Marlon: Variant of Marlene Woman from Magdala.
253	Marlys	Variant of Marlene Woman from Magdala.
254	Marlyssa –	Variant of Marlene Woman from Magdala.
255	Marsha	Variant of Marcia.
256	Mary	Bitter. Variant of Miriam. The biblical mother of Christ. Names like Dolores and Mercedes have been created to express aspects of Mary’s life and worship.
257	Maryan	Variant of Mary bitter often used as English surname.
258	Maryana	Variant of Mary.
259	Maryann	Derived from Mary Bitter. Mary was the biblical mother of Christ. Names like Dolores and Mercedes have been created to express aspects of Mary’s life and worship.
260	Maryanna	Derived from Mary Bitter. Mary was the biblical mother of Christ. Names like Dolores and Mercedes have been created to express aspects of Mary’s life and worship.
261	Marybell	Derived from Mary Bitter. Mary was the biblical mother of Christ. Names like Dolores and Mercedes have been created to express aspects of Mary’s life and worship.
262	Maryjo	Derived from Mary Bitter. Mary was the biblical mother of Christ. Names like Dolores and Mercedes have been created to express aspects of Mary’s life and worship.
263	Marylin	Blend of Marie or Mary and Lyn.
264	Marylu	Derived from Mary Bitter. Mary was the biblical mother of Christ. Names like Dolores and Mercedes have been created to express aspects of Mary’s life and worship.
265	Marylyn	Blend of Marie or Mary and Lyn.
266	Marylynn	Blend of Marie or Mary and Lyn.
267	Maryon	Variant of Mary bitter often used as English surname.
268	Mavis	Song-thrush.
269	Maxie	The greatest. Feminine of Max.
270	Maxine	The greatest. Feminine of Max.

Serial No:	Name:	Meaning:
271	Mayda	Maiden
272	Mayde	Maiden
273	Mayme	Abbreviation of Mary and Miriam.
274	Melinda	Blend of Melissa and Linda.
275	Melva	Feminine of Melvin.
276	Melvina	Feminine of Melvin.
277	Melynda	Blend of Melissa and Linda.
278	Meranda	To be the superior one
279	Mercer	Merchant.
280	Mercia	From Mercia: Compassion: forbearance.
281	Mercie	Compassion: forbearance.
282	Mercilla	Compassion: forbearance.
283	Mercina	Compassion: forbearance.
284	Mercy	Merciful
285	Meri	Mirthful: joyous. Also an abbreviation of Meredith.
286	Meridel	Mirthful: joyous. Also an abbreviation of Meredith.
287	Meriel	Variant of Muriel shining sea.
288	Merri	Mirthful: joyous. Also an abbreviation of Meredith.
289	Merrie	Mirthful: joyous. Also an abbreviation of Meredith.
290	Merrilee	Mirthful: joyous. Also an abbreviation of Meredith.
291	Merry	Mirthful: joyous. Also an abbreviation of Meredith.
292	Mertice	Famous
293	Mertise	Famous
294	Mertysa	Famous
295	Micaela	Feminine of Michael gift from God.
296	Michaela	Feminine of Michael gift from God.
297	Mika	Abbreviation of Michaela:Micaela: Mikaela: Mikayla: Mychaela: Mikella. Feminine of Michael gift from God.
298	Mikaela	Feminine of Michael gift from God.
299	Mikayla	Feminine of Michael gift from God.
300	Mikella	Feminine of Michael gift from God.

Serial No:	Name:	Meaning:
301	Mikelle	Feminine of Michael gift from God.
302	Mikhaila	Gift from God
303	Mikki	Abbreviation of Michaela:Micaela: Mikaela: Mikayla: Mychaela: Mikella. Feminine of Michael gift from God.
304	Mikko	Abbreviation of Michaela:Micaela: Mikaela: Mikayla: Mychaela: Mikella. Feminine of Michael gift from God.
305	Milana	Precious one
306	Mildraed	Mild of strength
307	Mildred	Mild of strength
308	Mildrid	Mild of strength
309	Mildryd	Mild of strength
310	Millian
311	Mindie	Abbreviation of Melinda.
312	Mindy	Abbreviation of Melinda.
313	Misti	misty
314	Mistie	misty
315	Misty	misty
316	Molli	From the Gaelic Maili which is a pet form of Mary bitter.
317	Mollie	From the Gaelic Maili which is a pet form of Mary bitter.
318	Molly	From the Gaelic Maili which is a pet form of Mary bitter. Actress Molly Ringwald.
319	Monica	Variant of Mona.
320	Moria	The wind
321	Mychaela	Feminine of Michael gift from God.
322	Myla	Merciful. Feminine of Myles.
323	Myleen	Merciful. Feminine of Myles.
324	Myleene	Merciful
325	Myra	Poetic invention.
326	Mystee	misty
327	Mysti	misty
328	Mabel	Amiable
329	Madeline	The Tower
330	Madge	A Pearl

Serial No:	Name:	Meaning:
331	Magda, Magdalene	A Tower
332	Maggie	A Pearl
333	Maia	Star
334	Maisie	Precious
335	Mandy	Harmony
336	Marcia	Feminine of Marcus, Mark
337	Margaret	A Pearl
338	Margot	Variant of Margaret
339	Maria, Marie, Marian, Marilyn	Forms of Mary
340	Marnia	Maid of the Sea
341	Marissa	Sea Born
342	Marta, Martha	Lady or Mistress
343	Martina	Warlike
344	Mary	Star of the Sea
345	Matilda	Mighty in Battle
346	Maude	Mighty
347	Maura	Dark
348	Maureen	The Dark
349	Mavis	Song-Thrush
350	Maxine	The Greatest
351	Megan	Great
352	Melanie	Dark-Haired
353	Melinda	Grateful
354	Melissa	Honey Bee
355	Melody	Of Song
356	Melvina	Handmaiden
357	Mercy	Compassionate
358	Meris	Sea Born
359	Merle	Blackbird
360	Michelle	Feminine of Michael

Serial No:	Name:	Meaning:
361	Mildred –	Gentle
362	Millicent	Strength
363	Minerva	Goddess of Wisdom
364	Mirabelle	Of Wondrous Beauty
365	Miranda	Admirable
366	Miriam	Rebellious
367	Misty	Covered in Mist
368	Moira	The Great
369	Molly	Variant of Mary
370	Mona	Solitary
371	Monica	Counsellor
372	Mora	Blueberry
373	Morgan	Sea’s Edge
374	Muriel	Myrrh
375	Myrtle –	The Myrtle
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Conclusion

Choosing a baby name starting with “M” offers a world of possibilities, from traditional to unique and meaningful to trendy. The letter “M” opens the door to a diverse range of options that can reflect your hopes and dreams for your child. Take your time, explore your options, and select a name that resonates with your heart.

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Unique FAQs

• Are there any unisex “M” names?

Yes, several “M” names, such as Morgan, can be used for both boys and girls.

• Can you suggest some “M” names with historical significance?

Certainly! Names like Martin and Margaret have rich historical backgrounds.

• Do the meanings of names really matter?

While the meaning of a name isn’t everything, it can add depth and significance to your choice.