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M happens to be one of the most common letters for baby boy names. You can find a variety of stylish boy names starting with M. From traditional options like Mason, Mark, and Morgan to unheard and unique ones like Maad, Maasilan, and Moalim, there's a wealth of names to uncover. If you are keen to give a name inspired by the history of a place or nature, then you won’t face any shortage of options. Many M-names have multiple origins. You can even find ancient Hebrew- and Aramaic-rooted names with widespread appeal. For instance, Maalik is an Arabic name that means ‘owner’ or ‘possessor,’ while Madalitso is a Chewa name that comes from an ethnic group in Africa and it means ‘blessings. Irrespective of your choice, remember that every name has its own significance and story. So, the name that you finalize will certainly be a special one. Go through this long list of the finest M-names that we have curated for new parents and shortlist some of the most impactful ones.
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| Name | Gender | Meaning | |
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|  Boy | Gift of God | |
| Boy | Who is like God | |
| Boy | Stone worker | |
| Boy | Gift of God | |
| Boy | Independent person who avoids conformity | |
| Boy | Gracious; Merciful | |
| Boy | Who is like God | |
| Boy | Peaceful; Gracious; Soldier | |
| Boy | A merciful soldier | |
| Boy | Dweller by the great stream | |
| Boy | Gift of God | |
| Boy | A messenger of God | |
| Boy | The one who is chosen by divine intervention | |
| Boy | Son of Madoc | |
| Boy | Who is like God | |
| Boy | Dedicated to Mars | |
| Boy | God of war | |
| Boy | My messenger | |
| Boy | Greatest | |
| Boy | A devotee of St. Columba | |
| Boy | Greatest follower of Janus | |
| Boy | God of war | |
| Boy | Praiseworthy; Praised one | |
| Boy | God is among us | |
| Boy | Warlike; Mars | |
| Boy | horse caretaker | |
| Boy | Beloved | |
| Boy | King | |
| Boy | Dedicated to Mars | |
| Boy | To be better; Greater; Major is also a military rank | |
| Boy | God's gift | |
| Boy | Gift of God | |
| Boy | Celtic name; A son of | |
| Boy | Savior; Draw out of water | |
| Boy | The Roman fertility god Mars for whom March was named | |
| Boy | Draw out of water; Savior; Deliver | |
| Boy | Savior; To pull out of water | |
| Boy | Reliable; Always worthy of trust and belief; Worthy of high responsibility | |
| Boy | Towards the sea | |
| Boy | The greatest | |
| Boy | Dedicated to Mars | |
| Boy | A person who works at a grain mill | |
| Boy | Born of the sea; Sea chief | |
| Boy | Sea friend; Sea hill | |
| Boy | The most important and precious part of the human body, the eyes | |
| Boy | Son of | |
| Boy | Belonging to Mars | |
| Boy | Vastness; Magnitude in size; Greater than anything | |
| Boy | A dark-skinned man | |
| Boy | Large | |
| Boy | A youthful warrior | |
| Boy | The greatest of men | |
| Boy | Drawn out of the water; Savior | |
| Boy | Gift of God | |
| Boy | Bad town | |
| Boy | Who is like God | |
| Boy | Fire | |
| Boy | Dark | |
| Boy | One equal to the Almighty; He who created the whole world | |
| Boy | Chosen; Appointed; Preferred | |
| Boy | The greatest | |
| Boy | A great soldier; One who worships Marduk | |
| Boy | Stoneworker | |
| Boy | Fame; Power; Rule | |
| Boy | Warlike | |
| Boy | Little hawk; Male | |
| Boy | Gomeric's Hill; Gumarich's Hill | |
| Boy | Who is like God | |
| Boy | Occupational name; Stoneworker; Home | |
| Boy | The person who reduces the intensity and calms or pacifies; Consoler | |
| Boy | The greatest one | |
| Boy | Gift of God | |
| Boy | Giving radiant light to everyone; The one who is being bright and shining to others | |
| Boy | Gift of God | |
| Boy | The greatest | |
| Boy | Marshy meadow; Pleasant wood | |
| Boy | God of war; Male | |
| Boy | Son of the servant of Eòin | |
| Boy | A hostile, war-like man | |
| Boy | Angel or messenger of God; Chief; One of many names of Lord Krishna | |
| Boy | Messenger of God | |
| Boy | Who is like God | |
| Boy | A person whose father was a beneficial person | |
| Boy | Blessed | |
| Boy | A steep mountain | |
| Boy | Kingly or royal | |
| Boy | God of war; Male | |
| Boy | Strong and courageous | |
| Boy | Like a hammer | |
| Boy | Who is from the town of mills; A mill-town | |
| Boy | Who is like God | |
| Boy | A king | |
| Boy | Chief; Prince | |
| Boy | To struggle; To battle problems | |
| Boy | A moor | |
| Boy | Who resembles God | |
| Boy | A person who has many different skills | |
| Boy | The person who provides brightness | |
| Boy | Myrrh; Sweet oil | |
| Boy | Who is like God | |
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Baby boy names that start with the letter M are certainly a delight to explore. The list above has meaningful names that will resonate with parents and would be loved by the bearers. You may choose a traditional one if it aligns with your family's customs and values or look at trendy options. Apart from this, you may review the popularity levels of the name you choose over the years. It will help you determine how common or rare the name is.
Infographic: Unique Baby Boy Names That Start With M
There’s a treasure trove of baby boy names that start with M. Many adorable names are inspired by history, culture, and the beauty of nature. They also exhibit virtues and values that make up a great human. If you have been searching for a perfect name for your boy without success, this infographic will ease your worries.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What are the most common boy names that start with M?
Many boy names that start with M are modern and highly popular. Milo and Miles, meaning soldier, Mateo, meaning gift of God, Malcolm, meaning, and Mason, meaning worker of stone, are some examples. Most of such names have Hebrew, English, and Scottish roots.
2. Which royal baby boy names start with the letter M?
Many names with M symbolize a royal figure. For example, Malcolm is a Scottish name that was used in the Scottish monarchy. Malik is another royal name of Arabic origin that means king, while Mohammad means praised in Arabic.
3. Which are some baby boy names that start with the letter M and have a nature-inspired meaning?
Nature has always inspired the rise of unique names. With the letter M, you can find many boy names that signify elements of nature. These include Mahpee, meaning sky, Makani, meaning ‘wind,’ Marlon, meaning ‘little falcon,’ and Minoru, which means ‘to bear fruit.’
4. Which baby boy names start with M and are inspired by mythology?
Many ancient myths and legends contributed to certain names in different cultures. Most come from the Hindu culture. Common names beginning with M include Maruti, inspired by Lord Hanuman, Madhav, the name of Lord Krishna, Muniraj - Lord Kuber, and Martanda, the last among the Vedic solar deities.
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Do you have a name in mind and want to know more about it? Or want to find names belonging to a particular origin, religion, or having a specific meaning? Use our search tool below to explore more baby names with different combinations.
Praggya JoshiMA, BEd
Praggya Joshi holds a bachelor's degree in Education and a master's in Ancient Indian History from University of Delhi. She has a robust knowledge of literature, society, and ethics. Praggya has been a content writer since 2021, researching and writing on education, health and wellness, and travel.
Read full bio of Praggya Joshi
Aneesha AmonzMSc
Aneesha holds a Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology from USTM, Meghalaya and Master’s degree in Applied Microbiology from VIT, Vellore. With two years of experience, she has worked on different research projects in the field of Food Sciences.
Read full bio of Aneesha Amonz
Nida ShaikhBSc, PG Dip.
Nida holds a bachelor's degree in Zoology and a postgraduate diploma in Clinical Genetics and Medical Laboratory Techniques from Goa University. Before joining MomJunction, she worked as a laboratory technician. She began content writing during her college years and has been featured as a co-author in a children's short story compilation book.
Read full bio of Nida Shaikh
