Names Ending in M for Boys

Najm

A traditional Arabic choice, used on girls and boys, with a bright, fresh, and nature connected meaning. Naseem is an alternative Arabic and Urdu form, while Nesim is used in Turkey. Though unisex, Nasim leans masculine in Lebanon,  Indonesia, Iran, England, Palestine, and Iraq, but is more evenly split in India, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan. TikTok star and rapper Nasim Nabi is a notable bearer. 

Nasim

Nyeem

Saheem

Shahem

Shyheim appears to be a modern name with possible connections to Arabic naming traditions. It may be related to the Arabic name 'Shaheem' or could be a variant spelling of 'Shahim,' which connects to roots meaning 'hawk' or 'sharp.' Alternatively, some suggest it might be a creative modern construction incorporating the English word 'shy' with an Arabic-influenced suffix. The name gained recognition in American popular culture partly through rapper Shyheim Franklin who emerged in the early 1990s. Usage data shows the name appearing primarily from the 1990s onward, though it remains relatively uncommon. This name exemplifies how contemporary naming can blend linguistic influences from multiple traditions. The various possible spellings (including Shyheem and Shyhiem) further demonstrate the flexibility and personalization in modern naming practices.

Shyheim

Taitum

Zaheem

Abdulsalam

<p>Abrahm is a masculine name that represents a variant spelling of Abraham, a name of Hebrew origin meaning "father of multitudes." This variation maintains the biblical gravitas of the traditional spelling while offering a more streamlined appearance by omitting the second 'a'. The name carries significant religious importance across Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, as Abraham is regarded as a founding patriarch. Abrahm has the same rich historical connections but with a slightly modernized feel. While less common than the traditional spelling, this variation has gained some traction among parents seeking to honor religious heritage while adding a subtle contemporary twist. The name projects strength, wisdom, and leadership qualities associated with its biblical namesake.</p>

Abrahm

Basim

Brenham

Caylum

Legitimizes the newly coined Denim, as does the Scottish place-name Denholm (both pronounced DEN-um). 

Denham

Gautham

Hossam

Isam is a masculine name of Arabic origin, carrying multiple meanings depending on precise etymology. Most commonly, it derives from Arabic roots meaning 'protection' or 'guardian,' reflecting qualities of strength and reliability. In some interpretations, it may also connect to concepts of 'determination' or 'resolution.' The name is pronounced with emphasis on the first syllable (EE-sam) and appears in various Muslim communities across the Middle East, North Africa, and among Muslim diaspora populations worldwide. Though not among the most frequently used Arabic names internationally, Isam has the advantage of being relatively easy to pronounce in multiple languages while maintaining its authentic cultural character. Its brevity and strong consonant sounds give it a distinctive, memorable quality.

Isam

Jhream

Kaheem

M would seem to be an odd last letter for a baby name, until you consider that two of the top boys' names end with the letter M: Liam and its father name William.

Along with Liam and William, M-ending boys' names in the US Top 100 include Adam, Abraham, Graham, Beckham, Callum, and Sam.

Two of the most classic nickname-names for boys end in M: Jim and Tom.

See all of our M-ending names for baby boys here. The top names below rank among the current US Top 1000 Baby Names and are ordered by popularity. Unique names rank below the Top 1000 and are listed alphabetically.

M would seem to be an odd last letter for a baby name, until you consider that two of the top boys' names end with the letter M: Liam and its father name William. Along with Liam and William, M-ending boys' names in the US Top 100 include Adam, Abraham, Graham, Beckham, Callum, and Sam. Two of the most classic nickname-names for boys end in M: Jim and Tom. See all of our M-ending names for baby boys here. The top names below rank among the current US Top 1000 Baby Names and are ordered by popularity. Unique names rank below the Top 1000 and are listed alphabetically. (Page 15)