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Puerto Rican Girl names beginning with M

  1. Milady

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "my lady"
  2. Milagros

    • Origin:

      Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "miracles"

    • Description:

      Even in the Hispanic community, very religious and old-fashioned.
  3. Milah

    • Origin:

      Variation of Mila or diminutive of Jamilah Kamilah

    • Meaning:

      "gracious, dear; beautiful; perfect, complete"

    • Description:

      Popular Mila is an international gem, trending across the States and throughout Europe. The similar though less popular Milah has seen increased use on the back of this, however, this slightly longer variant might have even more global possibilities.
  4. Milena

    • Origin:

      Czech; Slovak; Serbian; Croatian; Polish; Italian

    • Meaning:

      "love, warmth, grace"

    • Description:

      This popular name in various Slavic countries and in Italy holds considerable continental appeal. It is the full name of Ukranian-born actress Mila Kunis, noted for her award-winning role in the film Black Swan. Another actress bearing the name is Milena Govitch, of Law & Order.
  5. Miley

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Description:

      One-time overnight success name, thanks to Hannah Montana actress and singer Miley Cyrus, Miley fell just as quickly from her peak of Number 127 in 2008 as the star entered her rebellious era.
  6. Minerva

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "of the mind, intellect"

    • Description:

      Minerva is the long-neglected name of the Roman goddess of wisdom and invention, the arts and martial strength, one of the mythology names for girls that might appeal to adventurous feminist parents. With Juno and Jupiter, she made the Capitoline triad, whose worship was at the very center of Roman religion.
  7. Miranda

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "marvelous"

    • Description:

      Miranda, a shimmeringly lovely, poetic name that was invented by Shakespeare for the beautiful and admirable young heroine of his play, The Tempest, is still a recommended choice even though its popularity peaked in the 1990's, partially as an antidote to Amanda. But while Amanda now sounds dated, Miranda retains a good measure of its charm.
  8. Mirelys

    • Description:

      Mirelys is a feminine name with Hispanic origins, most commonly found in Puerto Rico and other Spanish-speaking Caribbean areas. The name likely developed as a modern creation, possibly combining elements of names like Mirella, Mireya, or Milagros with a distinctive ending. Mirelys has a melodic, flowing sound characteristic of Spanish names, with a contemporary feel in its construction. The name has a bright, musical quality that feels both distinctive and accessible. While uncommon in mainstream American naming, Mirelys has established usage within Hispanic communities, particularly among Puerto Rican families. The name offers parents a beautiful, modern-sounding choice with clear cultural connections to Latin heritage while being unique enough to stand out among more traditional Spanish names.

  9. Mireya

    • Origin:

      Spanish from Latin

    • Meaning:

      "admired"

    • Description:

      A pretty and unusual path to the nickname Mira. Mira is the main character in Nobel Prize-winner Federico Mistral's poem of the same name. Mireya Moscoso was Panama's first female president.
  10. Miriam

    • Origin:

      Hebrew or Egyptian

    • Meaning:

      "drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"

    • Description:

      The oldest-known form of Mary, serious and solemn Miriam has been a particular favorite of observant Jewish parents. But we can see it extending beyond that sphere into the next wave of Old Testament names post-Rachel, Rebecca, Sarah, Hannah, and Leah. Miriam is currently the Number 1 girls' name in Israel.
  11. Moesha

    • Description:

      Moesha gained notable recognition in the United States during the 1990s, primarily through the popular sitcom of the same name starring singer Brandy Norwood. The name appears to be a modern creation, possibly a variant of names like Marsha or Moisha, or a combination of elements from other names. It may incorporate the 'Mo-' prefix found in names like Monica or Monique with an '-esha' suffix that became popular in American naming patterns in the late 20th century. Usage data shows the name reached its peak popularity in the mid-1990s coinciding with the television show's success. While sometimes associated with contemporary American naming trends, its exact linguistic origin remains somewhat unclear, though it has established itself as a distinctive modern given name with its own identity.
  12. Monica

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "advisor"

    • Description:

      This saintly name--she was the mother of St. Augustine--plummeted after the double whammy of Lewinsky and the demise of Friends.
  13. Monika

    • Description:

      Monika is a feminine name primarily of Latin origin, being a variant spelling of Monica. The name derives from the Latin 'moneo' meaning 'to advise' or 'to remind.' Monika is particularly popular in Central and Eastern European countries, including Poland, Germany, Czech Republic, and Hungary, where this spelling is preferred over the more Anglicized 'Monica.' The name gained international recognition through Saint Monica, the persistent and prayerful mother of Saint Augustine. Monika has a melodic quality with its soft consonants and balanced syllables. While the 'Monica' spelling peaked in popularity in the United States during the 1970s, the 'Monika' variant maintains steady usage particularly in European countries and among families honoring their European heritage.
  14. Mya

    • Origin:

      Variation of Maia, Maya, or Mia, Greek, Scandinavian, Hebrew, Burmese

    • Meaning:

      "mother; larger, greater; bitter, beloved; emerald"

    • Description:

      This distinctive spelling was popularized by the R&B singer Mya (Harrison) and entered the US Top 100 in 2009 after the singer appeared on Dancing with the Stars. While it has since declined in the US, it remains in the Top 100 in France, the Top 200 in Belgium, and the Top 300 in England and Wales.
  15. Myah

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Maya
  16. Magerly
    • Mahia
      • Mairim
        • Marangeli
          • Marangelie