Girl Dog Names That Start With M

Popular name in Spain drawn from the Provencal Mireio, coined by the poet Frederic Mistral.  Very pretty and, though difficult to spell and pronounce, simpler than the French version.

Mireia

A name that's appeared out of thin air, in the same vein as such mystical favorites as Destiny and Nevaeh.

Magic

Very confusing choice, even for your cat.

Mama

Though it's close to the German and French form of Matthew, Mathis, this name of the great artist can work as well for girls.

Matisse

Melat is a lovely girl name that is frequently used in Ethiopia. Several meanings of Melat are possible, including "gift of God", and "sweet". Melat also refers to the fine linen or silk woven in the Virgin Mary's dress. 

Melat

Mercer is one fashionable occupational name that can work as well for girls as boys, perhaps because of the soft c or the conventionally feminine nickname Mercy.

Mercer

A sleek, smooth, understated name off the grid in the US but among the Top 100 girl names in Germany. In the US, it is a unisex name, while in Germany and the Netherlands, it is predominantly feminine.

Merle

Madoka

An unusual, energetic surname choice that would make a good Madison alternative. Madigan was a typical police detective series of the 1970s, starring Richard Widmark.

Madigan

Popular dog name in the 17th century. It would still be cute today—on a dog, that is.

Mopsie

A super diminutive nickname name, and sometime Madonna nickname – it was how the British tabloids referred to her when she moved to London in the 1990s, which she found annoying until then husband Guy Ritchie said it stood for 'Your Majesty'. Madge Undersee is Katniss's best friend in The Hunger Games books.

Madge

Morgane is a feminine name of Welsh and Breton origin, a variant of Morgan that's particularly popular in France. It derives from the Welsh elements 'mor' meaning 'sea' and 'gan' meaning 'born,' together suggesting 'born from the sea' or 'sea-dweller.' In Arthurian legend, Morgan le Fay was a powerful enchantress, giving the name mystical associations. The addition of the final 'e' in Morgane gives the name a distinctly French flair and feminine quality compared to the more unisex Morgan. While uncommon in English-speaking countries, Morgane has maintained steady popularity in France and French-speaking regions. The name balances ancient Celtic roots with a contemporary sound, offering mythological depth alongside modern appeal.

Morgane

Moria was a nymph, sister of Tylus, who played a role in a very complicated story involving a serpent and a life-giving plant. It sounds like and will often be mistaken for the name Mariah, as in Carey.

Moria

Mosley, former best known as the surname of author Walter, has been put in play as a first <a href="https://nameberry.com/girls-names">name for girls</a> by football great Peyton Manning, who used the name for his twin daughter, sister of Marshall. Alternate spellings are Moseley and Mosely and the first syllable rhymes with Rose.

Mosley

Muffy is one of those nickname names that flourished in the Baby Boom era -- or was it only on television? -- and now is rarely used. Strictly speaking short for Muffin, few girls have been given Muffy as a proper name in any era, and when it was used, it was usually as a nickname for Mary or Margaret or some other traditional name.

Muffy

One of the few French words/names not attractive to the American ear.  It's pronounced moo-gay, not a winner on either syllable.  Alternatives: Liliane, Lily, Lilou, Manon. 

Muguet

As a name, it's linked to Sir Mulberry Hawk, a character in Charles Dicken's Nicholas Nickleby.

Mulberry

Mura is a feminine name with diverse cultural origins. In Japanese, it can mean 'village' or derive from elements meaning 'gathering' and 'affection.' In Irish Gaelic, Mura relates to the name of a 7th-century saint, while in Hungarian, it refers to a river. The name also appears in Slavic regions with various meanings. This cross-cultural presence gives Mura a global appeal while maintaining a simple, melodic quality that transcends linguistic boundaries. The name is characterized by its brevity and musical flow, with just two syllables that are easy to pronounce in multiple languages. Though relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries, Mura offers a distinctive choice for parents seeking a short, meaningful name with international connections and a gentle, feminine sound.

Mura

Irish goddess and saint name that's strong, to say the least. 

Macha

Musette is a delicate feminine name of French origin with musical associations. Derived from the French word for a small bagpipe-like instrument popular in the 18th century, it also refers to a charming rustic dance. The name gained some recognition through its appearance in the opera 'La Bohème,' where Musetta is a spirited character. Though uncommon in mainstream usage, Musette carries a whimsical, artistic quality that appeals to parents drawn to French-inspired names with cultural depth. Its musical roots make it especially appealing to families with artistic inclinations. Despite its rarity, Musette offers a memorable, melodic quality while maintaining an elegant French sophistication that sets it apart from more commonly used French names.