Updated October 2026
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Place name, Welsh
"narrow water"
An intriguing place name that appears on the map in Wales, the Menai Strait (also known as Afon Menai) is a section of sea between the island of Anglesey and the mainland. The name derives from the…
Welsh
"strawberries"
Similar enough to Mavis in sound that it might just work, Mefus is a sweet and summery choice taken directly from the Welsh word for "strawberries". Similar in sound to Mavis, in Wales, it might have…
Elaborate form of Mercy or a combination of Mercy and Marceline
"compassionate + little warrior"
Used occasionally in Brazil, South Africa, Haiti, Kenya, and the Philippines, Mercilene is a rare but familiar sounding choice, inspired by the virtuous Mercy and the sweet but strong Marceline. Also…
Feminine form of Mumin, Arabic
"believer"
A gentle and spiritual name, Mumina is significant in among Muslim parents, as it is related to the term mumin , which appears frequently in the Quran to describe someone who is completely faithful…
Swedish
"devoted mother, mother's devotion"
A bright sounding Swedish name, reminiscent of Maisie, Ivy and Maia, that blends Maj with the Norse element vé , meaning "dedicated, devoted". As such, it's a light and cheerful name with a weighty…
Place name, Spanish, Arabic, Latin
"watercourse, channel; source of the river"
An underused place name with a sunny, stylish air, the capital city of Spain could provide a totally unexpected route to favorite nickname Maddie. While the exact origins of the name are unknown,…
Dutch compound of Maria and Loes/Louise
"beloved, drop of the sea, bitter + renowned warrior"
Reminiscent of modern favorite Marlowe, but grounded by its ties to classic Maria and Louise, Marloes is a Dutch compound name that made the Top 500 in the Netherlands back in the 2000s.
Combination name, Mac + Henry, Scottish, German
"son of and estate ruler"
Macenry is a rare modern blended name that combines two traditional names, Mac or Mack and Henry. It carries the strength and simplicity of Mack with the timeless charm of Henry. Macenry feels fresh…
French place name
Opulent French place name Versailles has been catching parents' attention in recent years, and Marseille, located in Southern France, is a similar feeling option. Reminiscent of other familiar…
Old English
"strong as the sea"
A magical Anglo-Saxon choice, Mereswyth combines the Old English mere ("sea") with swiþ ("strong") to form a name that reflects the power of the ocean. It could make a cool choice for writers looking…
English compound name
"beloved, pearl, drop of the sea + happy, carefree"
Fairy-like and evocative with a hint of cottagecore, Maeblythe is a blend of two popular middle names that come together to make a rare compound name. It might be interpreted as meaning "beloved and…
Hebrew
"to press, crush, squeeze"
Also spelled as Maacah, this rare Biblical name is a unisex choice given to a number of figures in the Bible, including a wife of David, a nephew of Abraham, and a granddaughter of Absalom. Meaning…
Medieval Scandinavian, Swedish
"bat"
Similar in feel to Saskia, Mitzi, Myka, and Mia, this alluring Scandinavian name blends Gothic elements with sweet, spiky sounds. Derived from an Old Swedish word for "bat", it could make an…
Combination of Mark and Wayne
"warlike + wagon"
A rare compound name, blending two mid-century favorites, Markwayne is notably borne by American politician Markwayne Mullin. Named for his two paternal uncles, he is likely one of only a handful of…
Swedish compound name
"beautiful May; beautiful mother; beautiful and beloved"
A rare Swedish compound name, blending the name Maj with the Norse element fríðr , Majfrid has several meanings, depending on which Maj root you follow. One possibility is "beautiful May", taking Maj…
Korean, Japanese, "smile; seasoning"
"smile; seasoning"
While Miso is a Korean name with the upbeat meaning of "smile" to match its cheerful sounds, some may better associate it with the Japanese seasoning, made from fermented soybeans, salt, and and kōji.
Phoenician
"salt"
Malaga is a province and a city in Spain, in the southern region of Andalusia. It was founded by Phoenicians, thus the origin of the name.
Spanish influenced variation of Myrtha, Mrtyle, Miriam, or Mireille
"evergreen shrub; beloved, bitter;to admire"
Mirleth made its debut into the US stats in 2025 when it was give to 36 girls compared to less than 5 a year prior. Similar in style to choices like Arleth and Elanith, Mirleth may well be a be a…