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Mysterious M's

rachel98208
By rachel98208
Updated Tue May 23 2023
  1. Macaria

    • Origin:

      Spanish from Greek

    • Meaning:

      "blessed, happy"

    • Description:

      Unusual and rhythmic, Macaria is the feminine form of the ancient Greek Makarios or the Latinized Macarius. It could be an unexpected way to get to cool nickname Mac, without using Mackenzie, Mackinley, and similar.
  2. Mae

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Mary or Margaret, Hebrew, Latin

    • Meaning:

      "beloved, bitter, drop of the sea; pearl"

    • Description:

      Mae, a sweet and springlike old-fashioned name, hadn't been on the national charts in forty years, but finally made it back in 2010. Mae is derived from May, the month name that was chosen for its connection to Maia, the Roman goddess of growth and motherhood.
  3. Maeleah

    • Description:

      Maeleah is a modern feminine name that likely evolved as a creative variation of names like Malea, Malia, or the combination of Mae and Leah. The name has a melodic quality with its flowing vowel sounds. Though not traditional, Maeleah follows the contemporary trend of unique spellings and combinations. The first element 'Mae' has English origins meaning 'pearl' or can be derived from the month of May, while 'Leah' has Hebrew roots meaning 'weary' or 'delicate.' Maeleah remains uncommon, giving children with this name a distinctive identity. The name conveys a sense of gentleness and beauty with its soft sounds and rhythmic pronunciation.
  4. Maeve

    • Origin:

      Irish

    • Meaning:

      "she who intoxicates"

    • Description:

      Maeve is a short and sweet name that has become one of the most stylish Irish names for girls in the modern US. It joined the Top 100 for the first time in 2023 and now ranks at Number 74.
  5. Mahalia

    • Origin:

      Hebrew, variation of Mahala

    • Meaning:

      "tenderness, affection"

    • Description:

      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, and Mahalya.
  6. 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.
  7. Malia

    • Origin:

      Hawaiian variation of Mary

    • Meaning:

      "bitter"

    • Description:

      Malia rose up the charts back in 2009 when it was brought into the spotlight as the name of the Obama's eldest daughter. It leapt into the US Top 200, and while it hasn't reached that level of popularity again, it now sees steady usage, and is given to around 1100 girls every year.
  8. Malin

    • Origin:

      English or Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "strong, little warrior or crowned"

    • Description:

      Malin is multicultural name with many possible sources,. As a female name, Malin is popular throughout Scandinavia, a form of Magdalene. The male version has several theoretical roots. One of them is the multicultural surname Malin, which may be a matronymic descending from Magdalene or Mary or may be derived from an Irish surname meaning pleasant. In India, Malin is a male Sanskrit name meaning crowned or alternately, flower or gardener. Some may see it as a simplified spelling of the Biblical Mahlon. At once simple and unusual, the name Malin was given to 17 baby girls in the US last year but fewer than five baby boys.
  9. Marcello

    • Origin:

      Italian and Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "young warrior"

    • Description:

      Based on the ancient name Marcellus, drawn from Mars the god of war, Marcello -- it's pronounced mar-chell-o -- is one of the most lush and attractive Latin names.
  10. Marin

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "of the sea"

    • Description:

      Marin is a lovely county north of San Francisco, and a lovely baby name on the rise, one which sounds more refreshing than the more familiar Marina.
  11. Mariska

    • Origin:

      Hungarian diminutive of Maria

    • Meaning:

      "drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"

    • Description:

      Actress Hargitay made us notice this one, it makes a robust, energetic Slavic impression.
  12. Maximiliano

    • Origin:

      Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "greatest"

    • Description:

      This is a Spanish variation of Maximilian that has begun to gain some popularity. It has a luxurious feel -- maybe it's the suggestion of "millions"? -- but this is one of those Spanish baby names that come with Anglicized nicknames that can make it work across cultures.
  13. Meilani

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Description:

      Meilani may sound like a Hawaiian name, kind of a mashup of Leilani and Melanie, but it's actually an invention by that style-maven JWoww, AKA Jenni Farley of Jersey Shore, who used it for her daughter. It debuted in the US Top 1000 in 2015.
  14. Melodia

    • Description:

      Melodia is a lyrical feminine name derived from the Greek word 'melodia' meaning 'song' or 'melody.' This musical name carries inherent beauty and artistic associations, evoking images of harmony and graceful expression. Though uncommon in mainstream usage, Melodia appears occasionally in Spanish-speaking regions and among families with Greek heritage. The name provides an elaborate alternative to the more common Melody, with its additional syllable lending a classical, romantic quality. Parents drawn to artistic names with clear meanings often appreciate Melodia's transparent etymology and cultural versatility. The name's musical connections make it particularly appealing for families with strong ties to music or the performing arts, while its relative rarity ensures individuality without resorting to invented names.

  15. Milada

    • Origin:

      Czech

    • Meaning:

      "my love"

    • Description:

      An unusual spin on Mila and Milena.
  16. Mira

    • Origin:

      Latin, Slavic, Arabic, Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "admirable; peace; female ruler; ocean"

    • Description:

      This name owes its present life to actress Sorvino. Mira and Mirra have an arty aura.
  17. Mirabella

    • Origin:

      Italian variation of Mirabelle

    • Meaning:

      "wonderful"

    • Description:

      The short-lived magazine edited by former Vogue chief Grace Mirabella put this beautiful name off-limits for a while, but now it's perfectly fit to join the fashionable Bella pantheon. More distinctive than Isabella.
  18. Mirabelle

    • Origin:

      French

    • Meaning:

      "marvelous"

    • Description:

      If you're looking for a fresher belle name than Isabelle, Mirabelle is lovely, and we also like the extra flourish of Mirabella. And if you want a nature tie, Mirabelle is also the name of a delicate French plum.
  19. Mirren

    • Origin:

      Scottish

    • Meaning:

      "drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"

    • Description:

      Mirren is a lively and attractive Scottish name, popular in its native country but best known outside Scotland as the surname of the English actor Dame Helen Mirren. It is thought to be a Scottish derivative of the name Marion, from Mary.