Baby Names Starting with M

Mild or soft, derived from Millicent meaning gentle

Variant of Milena, possibly from Slavic meaning 'dear' or 'gracious.'

Gentle strength, strong in work

Combination of Millie (English, 'beloved' or 'mill worker') and Mae (Latin/Hebrew, 'beloved' or named after the month of May).

Combination of Millie (industrious) and Rose (flower symbolizing love). Represents strength and grace.

Honey bee

Bee; derived from the Greek melissa, representing industriousness and sweetness.

Occupational surname derived from mills (grinding facilities). Used as a given name.

Strong worker or gentle strength

Soldier, gracious, merciful

Mild or gentle; derived from Greek

Modern variant or nickname, possibly derived from Emily meaning industrious or rival.

Varies by context; often 'smart' or 'quick' in Korean usage

Hebrew origin meaning 'fish'; symbolizes abundance and fluidity.

Japanese name meaning 'south.' Can also represent beauty and direction.

Harbor or port; a Japanese term for a coastal anchorage or gateway.

A Yiddish diminutive form, traditionally used as an affectionate variant of longer names.

French name, diminutive meaning 'little' or from French 'minette' (kitten in colloquial use).

Chinese name meaning 'bright', 'shining', 'clear', or 'intelligent'.

Bright jade or bright rain; Chinese name combining brightness and precious elements

Bright, intelligent, clear, or wise.

Vietnamese name combining Minh (bright, intelligent) and Hạnh (fortunate, blessed), conveying brightness and good fortune.

Korean name composed of traditional name elements; specific meaning depends on the hanja characters used.

Often combines characters meaning 'bright' or 'intelligent' with 'wisdom' or 'compassion' depending on the hanja used.

Strong-willed; diminutive form of Wilhelmina

Determined protector; German and Scandinavian diminutive of Wilhelmina.

A diminutive form suggesting smallness or affection.

Truth or honor, depending on kanji characters used

Beautiful or beautiful thread in Japanese; a delicate and graceful name.

One who rushes forward; historical Islamic name borne by a companion of Prophet Muhammad.

Who is like God? A Spanish form of the Hebrew name Micah.

Who is like God; a rhetorical question expressing humility before the divine

Peace or world. A Russian word commonly used as a name.

Wonderful or admirable; Latin origin meaning worthy of admiration and remarkable.

From Latin 'mira' (wonderful/admirable) and 'bella' (beautiful), meaning 'wonderfully beautiful'.

Latin roots meaning wonderful and beautiful, evoking admiration and elegance

Future; Japanese name signifying hope and forward-looking perspective

Ascension or elevation; refers to the Islamic night journey of the Prophet Muhammad.

Combination of 'mir' (prince/emir) and 'ay' (moon), suggesting a regal or celestial quality.

Variant of Mira, from Sanskrit meaning 'admirable' or 'wonderful.' Associated with beauty and admiration.

Admirable or wonderful; derives from Latin mirari meaning to wonder or marvel.

Admirable or wonderful; diminutive of Mira

Wonderful or admirable; from the Latin root meaning to wonder at or marvel.

Short form of Miriam, meaning 'of the sea' or 'the beloved'; represents independence and strength.

Variant of Miriam, a Hebrew name meaning 'of the sea' or 'beloved.'

Of the sea or beloved of the Lord. Related to Mariah from Hebrew.

Sea of bitterness, beloved, wished for

Variant of Miriam, from Hebrew meaning 'loved of the sea' or 'star of the sea.'

Star of the sea or beloved; Slavic variant of Miriam.

Czech diminutive form related to Miroslava, meaning 'peace and glory' in Slavic tradition.

Peace or world

Peace in Slavic languages

Related to myrrh, a fragrant resin used in ancient times.

Peace and glory; from Slavic mir (peace) and slav (glory)

Peaceful glory; combines mir (peace) and slava (glory).

Variant of Mira; means 'wonder' or 'admirable,' symbolizing something marvelous or worthy of admiration.

Wonderful and admirable; worthy of wonder.

Dweller by the moor or sea; bright and famous

Star of the sea or of the sea. Variant spelling of Miriam with Hebrew origins.

Myrtle tree; symbol of love

A Spanish variant related to myrtle, symbolizing love and immortality.

Star of the sea; beloved. A Hebrew form of Miriam with deep biblical significance.

Prince or emir in Persian, indicating nobility or royal status.

Beautiful blossom; typically represents beauty and blossoming

Fidelity, loyalty, or chastity. Represents steadfast devotion.

From Arabic 'misbāḥ' meaning 'lamp' or 'light'; symbolizes illumination, guidance, and divine light.

Russian diminutive of Mikhail or Michaela, derived from Hebrew 'Michael' meaning 'who is like God'.

Who is like God; from Hebrew Michael, conveying divine comparison and spiritual strength

Who is like God?; a variant spelling of Michelle rooted in Hebrew biblical tradition.

Feminine form of Michael, Hebrew name meaning 'who is like God?' Represents strength and divine questioning.

Who is like God, bear cub

Possibly from Arabic, relating to a lamp or light. May also be a Hebrew variant.

Who is like God; variant of Michelle, derived from Hebrew Michael.

Who is like God; strong and divine woman

Variant spelling of Michelle, a feminine form of Michael from Hebrew meaning 'who is like God.'

Derived from Michael, meaning 'who is like God.' Often used as a nickname or diminutive form.

Musk, a precious fragrant substance used in perfumes and incense.

Means 'honey' or 'sweet' in Amharic.

Who is like God? A Hebrew name expressing a divine question.

Variant of Melissa, meaning 'honey bee'; symbolizes sweetness and diligence.

Friendly, companion, or gift of friendship

Who is like God; Hebrew name expressing divine comparison and protection.

Who is like God; variant spelling of Michael

Sanskrit name combining 'mit' (friend) and 'esh' (lord), meaning 'one with the qualities of a friend.'

Ancient kingdom in Bihar, India; also refers to a traditional Indian art form.

In Persian/Zoroastrian tradition, Mithra represents covenant, contract, and divine promise. Symbolizes binding agreements and protective guardianship.

Friend, contract, or covenant. Associated with the Persian sun god Mithra.

Bright or abundant (depending on kanji).

Japanese name meaning 'moon' (tsuki) or can mean 'honey moon' depending on kanji used.

Three (mitsu) + feminine suffix (ko); conveys grace and tradition

Brightness or light combined with man. Meaning varies by kanji.

Japanese name; meaning varies with kanji, often relates to 'complete' or 'full.'

Traditional Japanese name; meaning varies by kanji combination, often relating to light, honey, or refinement.