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Girl Dog Names That Start With M

  1. Miyuki

    • Origin:

      Japanese

    • Meaning:

      "beautiful snow / beautiful happiness"

    • Description:

      The meaning of this sweet Japanese name varies depending on the combination of kanji used, but the first element mi means "beautiful".
  2. Madelynn

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Madelyn, English

    • Meaning:

      "woman from Magdala or high tower"

    • Description:

      Madelynn is the fourth most popular variation of this durably popular name, with Madelyn ranking first in the Top 100, Madeline dropping to the Number 2 spot, the French Madeleine taking third place, and Madelynn coming in fourth but still ranking in the Top 500.
  3. Mirica

    • Origin:

      Slavic

    • Meaning:

      "peace, world"

    • Description:

      This Croatian name is the diminutive of Mira and Mirela.
  4. Momiji

    • Origin:

      Japanese

    • Meaning:

      "autumn colors"

    • Description:

      Cute and wearable.
  5. Myrtis

    • Origin:

      Greek botanical name

    • Description:

      This Myrtle variation may not be the most melodious choice but it does have that appealing nature meaning.
  6. Miko

    • Description:

      Miko is a multicultural feminine name with rich and varied origins. In Japanese, it can mean 'beautiful child' or refer to a shrine maiden or female shaman. In Hungarian, it serves as a diminutive of Miklos (Nicholas). The name also appears in Finnish, Slavic, and Native American cultures with different connotations. With its pleasant, easy-to-pronounce sound and brief two-syllable structure, Miko has universal appeal across language barriers. While never extremely common in Western countries, the name has gained modest recognition through cultural exchange and globalization. Miko appeals to parents seeking a name that is simultaneously simple, distinctive, and rich in cultural significance. Its international nature gives it versatility while maintaining a gentle, feminine quality in many cultural contexts.
  7. Milvi

    • Origin:

      Estonian diminutive of Miranda, Latin

    • Meaning:

      "marvelous"

    • Description:

      The Estonian writer Mats Tõnisson created Milvi as a nickname for Miranda. It's also connected to the Estonian word miilama, meaning "glow" or "burn slowly".
  8. Mariesa

    • Origin:

      English elaboration of Maria

    • Meaning:

      "drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"

    • Description:

      A pretty spin on Maria or Marissa.
  9. Marron

    • Description:

      Marron is an uncommon feminine name with multiple potential origins. It may derive from French, where 'marron' refers to the chestnut color or the nut itself, giving the name nature-inspired connotations. Alternatively, it could be a variation of Marion or a surname adapted for use as a first name. Marron has a sophisticated, somewhat mysterious quality with its smooth sound and uncommon usage. The name remains quite rare in English-speaking countries, appealing to parents seeking truly distinctive options. Its short, two-syllable structure makes it both memorable and easy to pronounce across languages.
  10. Musette

    • Description:

      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.

  11. Marfa

    • Origin:

      Russian variation of Martha

    • Description:

      Russian form of Martha, used in several novels by Feodor Dostoyevsky.

      Marfa is perhaps best known as the name of artistic city Marfa, Texas. Rumor has it that the town was named after the Dostoyevsky character in The Brothers Karamazov, but it was actually named for a different literary character—Marfa Strogoff in MIchael Strogoff by Jules Verne.

  12. Milada

    • Origin:

      Czech

    • Meaning:

      "my love"

    • Description:

      An unusual spin on Mila and Milena.
  13. Mako

    • Origin:

      Japanese

    • Meaning:

      "sincerity"

    • Description:

      Mako is a name used for both genders in Japan, most notably for the granddaughter of the emperor who chose to leave the Royal Family to marry a commoner. It's a simple name that translates easily to English-speaking cultures, though many will try to pronounce the first syllable with a long a. Mako also means "shark" in Maori, and is the name of two shark species.
  14. Momoe

    • Origin:

      Japanese

    • Meaning:

      "one hundred blessings"

    • Description:

      Upbeat name with an auspicious meaning.
  15. Millaray

    • Origin:

      Mapuche, Chilean

    • Meaning:

      "golden flower"

    • Description:

      A melodic and glowing name, derived from Mapuche, the language of the Indigenous people of central Chile, Millaray means "golden flower". It ranked in the Chilean Top 100 in the 2010s and remains a familiar choice. Pronounced as mee-ya-rye, and not as mih-luh-ray as those unfamiliar with it might assume, Millaray is notably borne by actress and presenter Millaray Viera and footballer Millaray Cortés.
  16. Manette

    • Origin:

      French, diminutive of Marie

    • Description:

      Manette might be a fresh way to spin Mary or Marie, but popular French Manon has more grace and heft. Manet takes Manette in an artistic direction.
  17. Marila

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "shining sea"

    • Description:

      Variant of Marilla
  18. Malu

    • Origin:

      Hawaiian

    • Meaning:

      "peace"

    • Description:

      Malu is a charming Hawaiian name chosen by ex-Talking Head David Byrne for his daughter. Malu might also be an abbreviated form of Malou, which is an abbreviated form of Mary Louise. Malu or Malou might be a retro-chic nickname for a child given the family names of Mary and/or Louise.
  19. Madisyn

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Madison

    • Description:

      Both Madisyn and Madison have lost ground in recent years.
  20. Maci

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Macy

    • Meaning:

      "from Massy"

    • Description:

      Maci, the name of one of television's Teen Moms, was one of the fastest rising girl names in the U.S. back in 2010. It is now more popular than the department store Macy spelling, but less popular than Macie.