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MumMe
By MumMe
Updated Wed May 10 2023
My boys, my adorable, gentle, and sweet as the icing on carrot cake, boys are named Max-Victor and Caleb William. They are named after my own grandpops- after all - they carry my husbands last name. I have learned while looking and studying and researching as I never have done with anything else in my life that I LOVE names with the letters "M" or "N" in it. Yes. I don't care where it shows up I just love those letters for little bouncy baby boys. So- here are my top favorites
  1. Ammon

    • Origin:

      Variation of Amman, German occupational name, Greek, Ancient Egyptian

    • Meaning:

      "administrator; the hidden one"

    • Description:

      Ammon is connected to two religions in the US and is used exclusively between the two of them. Prior to the 1960s, Ammon was considered a solely Amish name. In the Amish community, Ammon is bestowed in honor of Jacob Amman, whom the Amish sect is named after.
  2. Anders

    • Origin:

      Scandinavian variation of Andrew

    • Meaning:

      "strong and manly"

    • Description:

      Friendly, unusual, but a decidedly Old Country version of Andrew and one of the classic Scandinavian names. It made a brief appearance in the US Top 1000 in 2006 and then reentered in 2010. Its rising popularity could be attributed to the interest in Anderson, which has been gaining steadily over the last fifteen years.

      Trivia tidbits: The patronymic Andersson is the second most popular surname in Sweden, and in Denmark, Donald Duck is called Anders.

  3. Benadict
    • Conrad

      • Origin:

        German

      • Meaning:

        "brave counsel"

      • Description:

        Conrad has a somewhat intellectual masculine image, a solid name that has been consistently on the popularity lists, especially well used in the 1920s and 30s, and given a pop of rock energy by the Elvis-like character of Conrad Birdie in Bye, Bye, Birdie--("We love you Conrad, oh yes we do!").
    • Dennis

      • Origin:

        French from Greek, vernacular form of Dionysius

      • Meaning:

        "god of Nysa"

      • Description:

        Although it has come to sound Irish, Dennis is one of the most widely-used French names (St. Denis is the patron saint of France) and harks back even further to Dionysius, the Greek god of wine and debauchery. It was introduced to England by the Normans.
    • Emmerson

      • Description:

        Emmerson is a masculine name of Germanic origin meaning 'son of Emery' or 'brave and powerful.' Originally a surname derived from the medieval given name Emery (from Germanic elements 'amal' meaning 'work' and 'ric' meaning 'power'), it transitioned to first name use following the surname-as-firstname trend. The name gained moderate popularity in English-speaking countries in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, appealing to parents seeking strong traditional names with contemporary style. The spelling variation Emerson connects to American philosopher Ralph Waldo Emerson, adding intellectual and literary associations. While traditionally masculine, Emmerson has seen some use for girls, particularly with the nickname Emmy. The double 'm' spelling distinguishes it slightly from the more common Emerson variant.
    • Emeric
      • Greyson

        • Origin:

          English

        • Meaning:

          "son of the steward"

        • Description:

          Greyson and Grayson, nephews of Jason, are both on the fast track. Both variations have made their way all the way up to the Top 100 since 2016. Gray/Grey makes a nice nickname. The name of the child in The Nanny Diaries is Grayer, and actor Tyler Christopher opted for the unusual spelling of Greysun for his son. Some parents are considering Grayson -- or Gracen or Gracyn -- for girls as an androgynous spin on Grace.
      • Harrison

        • Origin:

          English

        • Meaning:

          "son of Harry"

        • Description:

          Harrison, a name made viable by Harrison Ford, is increasingly popular with parents who want an H name that's more formal than Harry or Hank but doesn't veer into the stiff Huntington-Harrington territory.
      • Hirum
        • Mark

          • Origin:

            Latin

          • Meaning:

            "warlike"

          • Description:

            Mark has the rare appeal of a strong, sleek name with a minimalist modern feel and ancient roots. The name Mark is taken from the Roman god of war Mars, also the namesake of the planet.
        • Mason

          • Origin:

            English occupational name

          • Meaning:

            "worker in stone"

          • Description:

            Mason is an occupational surname that ranked among the Top 10 name for boys throughout the 2010s, after its choice as one of the first Kardashian baby names.
        • Matthew

          • Origin:

            Hebrew

          • Meaning:

            "gift of God"

          • Description:

            Matthew was the third most popular boys' name in America throughout the 1980s and '90s, and is still one of the top boy names starting with M. The New Testament Matthew is the epitome of the fashionable classic—safe and sturdy, yet with a more engaging personality than John or William.
        • Max

          • Origin:

            English and German diminutive of Maximilian or Maxwell

          • Meaning:

            "greatest"

          • Description:

            Max was derived from Maximilian, a Latin name that originated from the Roman family name Maximus. The character name Max in the children's classic Where the Wild Things Are had an impact on baby namers. Max is a widely used name internationally.
        • Merrick

          • Origin:

            Anglo-Welsh

          • Meaning:

            "fame, power"

          • Description:

            A strong, attractive surname name with a mix of possible origins: either from the Welsh first name Meuric,which is a form of Maurice, and contains Germanic elements meaning fame and power, or from a Scottish Gaelic word meaning a fork in a river or a road, which led to the name of several places named Merrick in Scotland. The Supreme Court saga of Justice Merrick Garland almost certainly caused the bump in popularity that propelled Merrick to its US Top 1000 debut in 2016.

            Despite its ancient history, Merrick these days sounds more modern than the somewhat tired Derek.

        • Matlock
          • Nephi
            • Sebastien

              • Description:

                Sebastien is the French variation of Sebastian, a name with ancient Greek and Latin origins. Derived from the Greek "Sebastianos," meaning "from Sebastia" or "revered," it was historically associated with St. Sebastian, a third-century Roman martyr. This elegant spelling, with the omission of the final 'a,' is particularly popular in French-speaking regions including France, Quebec, and Haiti. Sebastien carries an air of sophistication and European charm while maintaining the strength of the original name. While less common than Sebastian in English-speaking countries, its popularity has grown with increasing appreciation for French naming traditions. The name offers friendly nicknames like Seb or Bastien, combining classical heritage with stylish international appeal.

            • Sullivan

              • Origin:

                Irish surname

              • Meaning:

                "black-eyed one"

              • Description:

                Sullivan is a jaunty Celtic three-syllable name, with a real twinkle in its eye. It was immortalized in the 1930s classic film Sullivan's Travels and was chosen for one of Patrick Dempsey's twin boys. Nickname Sully is equally jaunty.
            • Tennyson

              • Origin:

                English

              • Meaning:

                "son of Dennis"

              • Description:

                Few people would have considered the surname of this famous Victorian poet as a first name until Russell Crowe chose it for his son in 2006. But, as a rhythmic three-syllable patronymic, Tennyson has a lot going for it, not least of all the appealing nickname Tenny; it would make a novel choice for the son of a Dennis.