Updated October 2024
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Mélanie is the French form of Melanie, derived from the Greek name Melania, meaning 'black' or 'dark.' With its elegant accent mark, Mélanie carries a distinctly French sophistication while…
Michéle is a feminine name that represents the French variation of Michelle, itself the feminine form of Michel, derived from the Hebrew name Michael meaning 'who is like God?' The accent over the…
French
"delicate, dainty"
Charming French endearment, first used as a name by Goethe, that now makes an appealing choice -- though the proper feminine form is Mignonne. Note, though, that this is not actually used as a name…
French, folkloric name
Melusine was a figure from early European folklore, associated with the water. Her legends are especially connected with the northern and western areas of France, as well as the Low Countries. She is…
Milicent is a feminine name that represents a variant spelling of Millicent, which derives from the Old Germanic name Amalasuintha, meaning "work" and "strength." This elegant name carries…
Minerve is a French variation of Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom, strategic warfare, arts, and trade. Derived from the Latin name Minerva, itself possibly of Etruscan origin, Minerve carries…
Maxime is a French feminine name, though it can also be used for males in some cultures. Derived from the Latin name Maximus, meaning "greatest" or "largest," it carries connotations of excellence…
"violet-colored"
Mauve is an offbeat color name whose soft and sentimental Victorian spirit is conveyed by the name. One of the newer color names like Blue, Gray and Plum that are increasingly being used as novel…
"wonderful, miraculous"
The grandiose name of a French revolutionary – in full: Honoré Gabriel Riqueti, comte de Mirabeau. Mirabeau likely derives from Latin mirabilis , making it a masculine cousin of Mirabelle.
English and French from Latin
"dark-skinned"
One of those old-mannish names that sounds a lot fresher for a girl.
Moniqua is a feminine name that represents a creative spelling variation of Monica. The name Monica has Latin origins meaning 'advisor' or 'counselor.' This alternative spelling with the 'q' gives…
Monike is a feminine name representing a variant spelling of Monica. The traditional Monica derives from North African or possibly Greek origins, associated with the word 'monos' meaning 'alone' or…
"dark, elfin"
New twist to the Maur- names, a bit cosmetic sounding.
Muirgan is a feminine name with Celtic, specifically Irish and Scottish Gaelic roots. The name likely derives from elements 'muir' meaning 'sea' and 'gean' or 'gan' possibly relating to 'birth' or…
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,'…
"faithful defender"
Frenchified name rarely used in France. And perhaps even more rarely used in the US -- there were NO baby girls given the name on the official records of 2021.
Morgaine is a feminine name with mystical Celtic origins, being a variant of Morgan or Morgana. The name is steeped in Arthurian legend, where Morgaine (also known as Morgan le Fay) appears as a…
"lily"
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.
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…
French word name
Better for a perfume.