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Boys Names Beginning With M

alyshadragonfriend
By alyshadragonfriend
Updated Sun Sep 03 2023
A very long list of boys names beginning with the letter M. I hope it comes in handy.
  1. Magnus

    • Origin:

      Scandinavian from Latin

    • Meaning:

      "greatest"

    • Description:

      Magnus is a Latin name, literally meaning "greatest," that has a Scandinavian feel. It dates back to Charlemagne being called Carolus Magnus, or Charles the Great. Norwegian king Magnus I, named after Charlemagne, introduced it to his culture, and thus Magnus was the name of six early kings of Norway and four of Sweden. It is still a highly popular name in Denmark and Norway.
  2. Malachi

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "my messenger"

    • Description:

      An Old Testament name with a Gaelic lilt, Malachi entered the list in 1987.
  3. Malachy

    • Origin:

      Irish version of Malachi, Hebrew, or Secundus, Latin

    • Meaning:

      "my messenger; second"

    • Description:

      This spelling, which came to the attention of readers of the best-selling Angela's Ashes as the name of author Frank McCourt's father and brother, the latter of whom wrote a bestseller of his own, lends the biblical name a more expansive, almost boisterous image. Malachy is one of the Irish baby names that manages to strike the golden mean between familiarity and distinctiveness.
  4. Malcolm

    • Origin:

      Scottish

    • Meaning:

      "devotee of St. Colomba"

    • Description:

      Malcolm is a warm and welcoming Scottish appellation (originally Mael-Colium) that fits into that golden circle of names that are distinctive but not at all odd. A royal name in Scotland, Malcolm is also a hero name for many via radical civil rights activist Malcolm X.
  5. Manu

    • Origin:

      Finnish, Maori, Hawaiian, Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "greatest; bird; wise"

    • Description:

      An international name that, although short and simple, sounds strong and distinctive.

  6. Manuel

    • Origin:

      Spanish variation of Emmanuel, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "God is with us"

    • Description:

      Popular among Hispanic communities but also used internationally, Manuel is a name with a regal history.
  7. Marc

    • Origin:

      French, Welsh and Catalan variation of Mark

    • Description:

      Designer (as in Marc Jacobs) form of Mark. An international classic, but long falling in popularity as a boys' name.
  8. Marco

    • Origin:

      Italian and Spanish form of Mark

    • Meaning:

      "warlike"

    • Description:

      Simple and universal, Marco is a Latin classic that would make a much livelier namesake for an Uncle Mark. It was used for her son by actress Jill Hennessy and goes well with surnames of any nationality.
  9. Marcus

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "warlike"

    • Description:

      Though ancient, Marcus now sounds more current than Mark, in tune with today's trend towards us-ending Latinate names.
  10. 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.
  11. Markus

    • Origin:

      German, Scandinavian, and Finnish form of Mark

    • Description:

      The K may be trendy, but this spelling variation is much less popular than Marcus.
  12. Marlow

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "driftwood"

    • Description:

      Marlow is a suave, unusual surname-name that was chosen by Celine designer Phoebe Philo for her older son. This is a name with many spellings and many difference in gender identity. Marlowe is decidedly female, with only 10 percent of the babies named Marlowe male, while Marlow is 25 percent male, and Marlo is evenly divided.
  13. Marlowe

    • Origin:

      Variation of Marlow, English

    • Meaning:

      "driftwood"

    • Description:

      While Marlowe (and Marlow and Marlo) are surname names that are not intrinsically or traditionally gendered and so in theory work equally well for boys and girls. About 10 percent of the babies named Marlowe are boys, while Marlow is 25 percent male and Marlo is about 50-50.
  14. 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.
  15. Mathis

    • Origin:

      French and German form of Matthias or Matthew

    • Meaning:

      "gift of God"

    • Description:

      Very popular in France and Belgium, this name -- pronounced mat-tees, like the surname of the painter Matisse -- might make an appealing new way to say Matthew here.
  16. Matteo

    • Origin:

      Italian

    • Meaning:

      "gift of God"

    • Description:

      This attractively energetic Italian version of the classic Matthew is primed to move further and further into mainstream American nomenclature. Mateo is technically the Spanish version, but many parents in the US use the two spellings interchangeably.
  17. Matthias

    • Origin:

      Aramaic variation of Matthew

    • Meaning:

      "gift of God"

    • Description:

      With Matthew sounding somewhat exhausted, and ancient endings sounding new again, this New Testament apostolic name makes an appealing and recommended choice. Both Mathias and Matias are well used in the Hispanic community, and throughout Europe. Will Ferrell and his Swedish wife chose Matias for their second son.
  18. Matthis

    • Description:

      Matthis is a masculine name that originated as a variant of Matthew, derived from the Hebrew name Mattityahu, meaning 'gift of God.' This variation is particularly popular in French-speaking regions and parts of Northern Europe, where it maintains the biblical connection while offering a distinctive spelling. Matthis gained moderate popularity in the early 2000s in countries like France, Germany, and Switzerland, appreciating for its classic roots with a contemporary feel. The name carries the strength and historical significance of its biblical origin while the unique spelling gives it a modern twist. Parents often choose Matthis for its international appeal, as it travels well across language boundaries while remaining relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries.

  19. Mayur

    • Origin:

      Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "peacock"

    • Description:

      An interesting choice for people looking for a nature name that is off the beaten track. Mumbai-based actor and songwriter Mayur Puri is a notable bearer of this name.
  20. Mead

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "from the meadow"

    • Description:

      Undiscovered single-syllable surname option, a friendly alternative to Reed.