Girls Names K Through O

Maelle

French or Breton

"chief or prince"

This feminine form of Mael has the distinctive "aelle" ending found in Brittany. In the French spelling Maëlle, it is a Top 100 girls' name in France.

Maeva

Tahitian

"welcome"

Though it sounds like a variation of the Irish Maeve, Maeva actually hails from Tahiti, and is currently enjoying a wave of popularity in France, where it ranks in the Top 100, possibly via popular…

Maeven

English

"sage"

A modern spelling of the word name Maven, referring to an expert, sage or connoisseur, influenced by the trending Irish name Maeve.

Maevyn

Maevyn is a contemporary feminine name with Celtic influences, possibly a modern spelling variation of Maeve or Maven. The traditional Irish name Maeve means "she who intoxicates" and was borne by a…

Magan

Magan is a feminine name with multiple potential origins. It may be a variant spelling of Megan, which is a Welsh diminutive of Margaret, meaning 'pearl.' Alternatively, it could derive from Irish…

Magda

German variation of Magdalen

On "Sex and the City," Magda was the elderly nanny from the old country -- which is what this name sounds like. While Magdalene and Magdalena are enjoying fresh life, Magda still feels dated.

Magdaleen

Magdaleen is a feminine name that serves as a variant of Magdalene, which derives from Magdala, an ancient place name in Galilee (meaning 'tower' in Aramaic). The name is most famously associated…

Magdaleena

Finnish variation of Magdalene

"high tower; woman from Magdala"

The Finnish form of Magdalene, sometimes contracted as Matleena.

Magdalen

English

"woman from Magdala or high tower"

Biblical name long associated with the fallen-yet-redeemed Mary Magdalen, now rising improbably into the ranks of the fashionable among parents hungry for classic yet distinctive girls' names. The…

Magdalene

Spelling variation of Magdalen

"woman from Magdala or high tower"

This name made famous in the New Testament has gone from crusty grandma to sleek and chic in recent years, or is it months? The name's image is perhaps helped by the fact that Mary Magdalene was one…

Magdaline

Magdaline is a variant spelling of Magdalene, which derives from Magdala, an ancient town on the Sea of Galilee. The name carries biblical significance through Mary Magdalene, one of Jesus's most…

Maguire

Irish surname

"son of the beige one"

Easy nickname Maggie makes Maguire an appealing option for girls.

Mahala

Hebrew and Arabic

"tender"

An interesting and rhythmic name often heard in the Native American community; in fact,in the Gold Rush era in California and Nevada, it was so common that it became a generic English term for a…

Mahalia

Hebrew, variation of Mahala

"tenderness, affection"

An underused Biblical name, probably because it's so tightly identified with the Queen of gospel singers, Mahalia Jackson. Other variations include Mahalah, Mahayla, Mahila, Mahilia, Mehalia, Mahali,…

Mahaut

French from Germanic

"battle-mighty"

A medieval French form of Matilda (equivalent to the English Maud) that's made a comeback in France in recent years.

Mahoganey

Mahoganey is a feminine name inspired by the rich, reddish-brown hardwood known for its beauty and value in furniture-making. This nature-inspired name represents a creative variant spelling of…

Mahogany

Spanish

"rich, strong"

Dark, woody name that's brings to mind rich panelling, beautiful colors and luxury.

Mai

Japanese, French, Welsh, Vietnamese, Navajo

"dance; May; cherry blossom; coyote"

Cross-cultural winner.

Maiara

Tupi

"wise person"

Move over Maia, Mia and Mara - there's a new melodious M name on the block! Maiara has a great meaning and a soft flowing sound which fits in with current trends.

Maike

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…