International Baby Names
By Sophie Kihm · Updated September 2026
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Dutch diminutive of Maria
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"
A cute but not cutesy Dutch diminutive of Maria.
Combination of Marie and Lou or Louise
Milou and her near-identical twin Malou are adorable names popular throughout Europe; they're contractions of Marie or Mary and Lou or Louise. The Malou spelling will probably be easier for English…
Miren is a feminine Basque name meaning 'beloved' or 'wished-for child.' It is the Basque form of Mary/Maria, connecting it to a rich religious tradition while maintaining a distinct cultural…
Basque, from the Hebrew or Egyptian Mary
"drop of the sea; bitter; beloved; love"
This alluring Basque name is a diminutive of Miren, a Basque equivalent of Mary. It was most famously used in the mononymous opera Mirentxu by Jesús Guridi. A beautiful name with a distinct ending…
Mirjam is a feminine name representing a Central European and Scandinavian variation of Miriam, which ultimately derives from Hebrew origins. In the Bible, Miriam was Moses' sister, giving the name…
Finnish variation of Mary
An unusual name that has not ventured outside the Finnish culture.
Moire is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may derive from the Irish name Máire (a form of Mary), pronounced 'MOY-ra,' meaning 'bitter' or 'beloved.' Alternatively, it could relate…
Slovene
"drop of the sea, bitter, beloved or mine"
A lively Slovene name, Mojca originated either as a diminutive of Marija, the Slovene form of Mary, or from the Slovene word "moj", meaning "my" or "mine".
Molara is a feminine name with roots in African, particularly Nigerian Yoruba culture, where it means 'I have been saved' or 'I am redeemed.' The name carries spiritual significance, often expressing…
Diminutive of Maria, Danish, Norwegian
"beloved, bitter, drop in the sea"
A sweet but spiky diminutive of Maria, familiar in Norway.
Croatian and Hungarian form of Maria
A striking form of international favourite Maria, the meaning of which is uncertain. Theories include "drop of the sea" (from Hebrew roots mar "drop" and yam "sea"); "bitter" (from Hebrew marah…
Muire is a feminine name of Irish Gaelic origin, traditionally used as a form of Mary (Máire). In Irish, 'Muire' specifically refers to the Virgin Mary and derives from the Latin 'Maria.' The name…
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…
Maike is a feminine name with Germanic origins, primarily used in Germany, the Netherlands, and Frisian regions. It's a variation of Maria or a diminutive of Marita or Mareike. In German usage, it's…
Maijii is a feminine name with possible Japanese origins, though it may also be a modern invented name. In Japanese contexts, it might relate to the word "mai" meaning "dance" or "brightness," while…
Roula is a feminine name with Mediterranean origins, particularly common in Greece and Lebanon. In Greek contexts, it often serves as a diminutive of more formal names like Paraskevi or Panagiota,…
Icelandic form of Marybeth
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved + oath"
Maríabet was approved in Iceland as a name for the first time in 2024, making this a new-minted, yet classic feeling choice.
Variation of Maria and Mary, Greek, Hebrew
A historical variation of Maria or Mary, Mariamne is an unusual form of the popular classic. Recorded by the first century historian, Josephus, it was frequently used in the Herodian royal house, and…
Irish variation of Máire or Mary, Spanish place name, Zulu, Sotho, Lala
"beloved, bitter; estate of Modius, estate of measure; spirit, wind"
A multicultural choice with a distinctive sound, Moya may appeal as a unique alternative to Maia/Maya or Mia. Given to a handful of girls each year in the US, it is more commonly heard in the UK or…
Marice is a feminine name of Latin origin, considered a variation of Maurice, ultimately derived from the Roman name Mauritius, meaning 'dark-skinned' or 'Moorish.' This elegant name has a melodic…
