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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.
Magdala
Magdala is a feminine name with profound historical and biblical connections. It derives from the ancient town of Magdala on the Sea of Galilee, most famously known as the home of Mary Magdalene, an…
Magdalaine
Magdalaine is an elegant variation of Magdalene, which derives from Magdala, an ancient town on the Sea of Galilee whose name meant 'tower' in Aramaic. The name gained significance in Christian…
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.
Magdaleine
Magdaleine is an elegant variation of Magdalene, ultimately derived from Magdala, an ancient place name meaning 'tower' in Aramaic. The name carries profound religious significance through its…
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…
Magritte
French surname
Intriguing spin on Margaret or Maggie, for admirers of French surrealist Rene Magritte.
Mai
Japanese, French, Welsh, Vietnamese, Navajo
"dance; May; cherry blossom; coyote"
Cross-cultural winner.
Mailys
French or Breton
"chief or prince"
Another female relative of Saint Mael.
Mallow
Greek
"soft, mellow"
A family of plants traditionally used for their relaxing properties.
Mamie
Diminutive of Mary or Margaret, Hebrew, Egyptian, Greek
"drop of the sea or bitter or pearl"
Mamie is back. Having finally shorn her Mamie Eisenhower bangs, this insouciant and adorable nickname name is perfect if you want a zestier way to honor a beloved aunt Mary. Meryl Streep's actress…
Mandolin
French, musical intrument
Mandolin may seem like an outlandish choice for a name, but since BANJO has been used as a baby name, all the instruments in the band seem to be auditioning for a place on birth certificates. This…
Manet
French artist name
Manet is the accessible, attractive name of an Impressionist great; it could be the next Monet.
Manette
French, diminutive of Marie
Manette might be a fresh way to spin Mary or Marie, but popular French Manon has more grace and heft. Manet takes Manette in an artistic direction.
Manon
French, diminutive of Marie
"bitter"
Manon is an endearing French pet name for Marie or Marianne; it has the international yet straightforward feel that makes it a viable import. Manon of the Spring was a gorgeous French film, Manon…
Marble
Marble is a feminine name derived from the English word for the smooth, hard stone known for its beauty and durability. As a given name, Marble is extremely rare, offering a distinctive choice with…
Marcelia
Marcelia is a feminine name with Latin origins, likely derived from Marcella, the feminine form of Marcellus, meaning 'dedicated to Mars' (the Roman god of war). Another possible origin is as a…