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Scottish, Irish
"son of"
Mack, a no-nonsense nickname with roots in Mackenzie, is part of the growing trend of boyish names for girls. Its crisp, modern feel gives it standout appeal alongside similar picks like Max and…
Diminutive of Margery or Margaret
"pearl"
A super diminutive nickname name, and sometime Madonna nickname – it was how the British tabloids referred to her when she moved to London in the 1990s, which she found annoying until then husband…
Madgie is a charming feminine name that likely originated as a diminutive or nickname form of Margaret or Madge. Its roots trace back to the Greek 'margarites' meaning 'pearl.' This endearing…
Maedell is a feminine name with likely origins as a variant of Mabel or a combination of Mae and the suffix -dell. It has Southern American roots and was most popular in the early 20th century,…
Finnish, Irish variation of Mary
"sweet; drop of the sea, bitter"
Both Maire and Mare have begun making inroads with parents seeking novel yet authentic ways of honoring an ancestral Mary. The Finnish variation derives from the word mairea , meaning "sweet."
English
"Mary's land"
A fun, unexpected way to honor your home state or a Mary in your life. As geographical girl names such as Ireland, Scotland, and Oakland slowly rise up the charts, Maryland could be a future favorite.
Mayetta is a feminine name of possible Native American origin, though it's also seen as a diminutive of the name Maya in some cultures. While its exact etymology is unclear, it may be related to the…
Merced is a feminine name of Spanish origin derived from the word 'Mercedes,' which means 'mercies' or 'graces.' It is connected to the Catholic title for the Virgin Mary, 'María de las Mercedes'…
Merriel is a feminine name with roots likely derived from 'Mary,' a biblical name of Hebrew origin meaning 'bitter,' 'beloved,' or 'drop of the sea.' This spelling variation adds a distinctive touch…
German, Slovene, and Scandinavian diminutive of Margaret, Greek
A unique international short form of Margaret, now associated with Facebook and Instagram and with "meta" fiction, books, TV shows, and similar that are self-referential.
Japanese
"green; beautiful bird"
In Japan, color names are used to symbolize human qualities, and the green hues of Midori name are said to represent fame. While it is a unisex choice in its native Japan, Midori is predominantly…
English, diminutive of Araminta, invented hybrid name
Minta is an eighteenth century short form of a literary beauty still used in England today, but yet to be discovered by American baby namers. It has a fresh and dainty feel. Virtually unheard today,…
Mossie is a feminine name with Irish origins, traditionally used as a nickname for Maurice (for males) or Maureen (for females). In Irish contexts, it's pronounced more like 'MOH-shee' and has been…
French variation of Muriel, Irish
"of the bright sea"
Murielle emerged as a distinctively French elaboration, adding the feminine '-elle' suffix to create a more melodious version of the classic name. Though less common in English-speaking countries,…
Greek botanical name
This Myrtle variation may not be the most melodious choice but it does have that appealing nature meaning.
