M Girls

  1. Merel
    • Origin:

      Dutch
    • Meaning:

      "blackbird"
    • Description:

      Merel is a soundalike of Meryl and may be thought of as a variation of that name, but it's also the Dutch word for blackbird and so you can make it more stylish as one of the flock of cool new bird names, joining Wren, Lark, and Sparrow.
  2. Maire
    • Origin:

      Finnish, Irish variation of Mary
    • Meaning:

      "sweet; drop of the sea, bitter"
    • Description:

      Both Maire and Mare have begun making inroads with parents seeking novel yet authentic ways of honoring an ancestral Mary. The Finnish variation derives from the word mairea, meaning "sweet."
  3. Macha
    • Origin:

      Irish
    • Meaning:

      "of the plain"
    • Description:

      Irish goddess and saint name that's strong, to say the least.
  4. Mitra
    • Origin:

      Hindi, Persian, Greek
    • Meaning:

      "friend; earth mother"
    • Description:

      Deriving from the Sanskrit Mithra, Mitra is the Hindu god of the sun and of friendship. This transcription is unisex in Hindi, while in Persian, it is the feminine form.
  5. Mariposa
    • Origin:

      Spanish
    • Meaning:

      "butterfly"
    • Description:

      Mariposa is a rare, romantic choice with an intriguing meaning.
  6. Meabh
    • Origin:

      Irish
    • Meaning:

      "she who intoxicates"
    • Description:

      Meabh, the native Irish spelling of Maeve, is in the Top 100 in Ireland and becoming more popular here in its Anglicized form. Outside of Ireland, life will be easier with the Maeve spelling of this lovely queen's name.
  7. Marcelia
    • Description:

      Marcelia is a feminine name with Latin origins, likely derived from Marcella, the feminine form of Marcellus, meaning 'dedicated to Mars' (the Roman god of war). Another possible origin is as a variant of Marcella combined with Celia, adding the meaning 'heavenly.' With its romantic, flowing sound, Marcelia has a lyrical quality reminiscent of many Romance language names. Though uncommon in English-speaking countries, it has seen some usage in Latin American cultures. The name offers several nickname possibilities including Marcy, Celia, or Lia. Marcelia brings together classical roots with a distinctive, melodious quality that sets it apart from more common names.
  8. Moireach
    • Description:

      Moireach is a feminine Scottish Gaelic name with deep Celtic roots. Pronounced approximately as 'MOY-rakh,' it's the original Gaelic form of the more familiar Moira or Moyra. The name derives from the Gaelic 'Màiri,' the Scottish form of Mary, ultimately from Hebrew origins meaning 'bitter,' 'beloved,' or 'drop of the sea.' In Scottish culture, Moireach carries connections to the land and heritage of the Highlands. While relatively uncommon even in Scotland, it represents a strong cultural identifier for those with Scottish ancestry. The name has never achieved widespread popularity outside Gaelic-speaking communities, but it offers an authentic Celtic option for parents seeking a name with strong cultural roots and distinctive pronunciation.

  9. Milda
    • Origin:

      Lithuanian mythological name
    • Meaning:

      "goddess of love"
    • Description:

      The name of the Lithuanian love diety is a unique way to get to the nickname Millie. Milda has also been seen as a diminutive for names such as Matilda and Mildred. It appeared on the US Top 1000 in 1886 and 1887.
  10. MÍDE
    • Majella
      • Moss