Female and male first names beginning with the letter “M”..

Irish-origin name derived from MacAoidh, "son of Aodh," the Celtic god of fire and light.

Distinctive Scottish name derived from Mac Aoidh, meaning "son of Aid," an old Irish sun god.

Unique girls' name of Scottish origin, derived from the surname McKay which means "son of Aodh" or "fire of God.

Unique, modern American given name coined in the late 20th century without historical or literary precedent, gaining popularity since 2001 primarily due to its phonetic sound and rhythm.

American name created by combining the Gaelic surname "MacKay" and the English name "Laura," resulting in a unique, memorable option with no specific meaning or history beyond its creation.

Distinctive Scottish name derived from "Mac Ghille Eathain," meaning "son of the servant of Saint John.

Unique Scottish given name derived from the surname McKay, meaning "son of fire" or "son of Kay," with roots tracing back to the historic Mackay clan.

American name of Scottish-Irish origin, created by combining "Mc" (Scottish clan prefix), "Kay" (Irish fair-haired or English key), and "lee" (English meadow/clearing). Its meaning is open to personal interpretation.

Unique, Scottish unisex given name derived from the surname McKay, meaning "son of Katherine.

Unique Scottish name derived from McKay, meaning "son of Kay," where Kay originates from the Irish word "caí" meaning "companion" or "watchful.

Rare Scottish given name derived from the surname McKay, meaning 'ready for battle'.

Distinctive Scottish female given name derived from McKay, meaning "son of Cailean" (dove).

Unique, modern Scottish feminine name meaning 'son of Kenneth', derived from the traditional surname McKay and combined with the suffix '-lie'.

Unique, Scottish-derived given name meaning 'son of Aid,' adopted during the late 20th century.

American-originated name created by blending Scottish McKay, meaning "son of fire," with elements from Kaylee or Kayla, associated with the sea.

Uncommon feminine given name of Irish origin meaning "small flame" or "little fiery one.

Irish surname derived from the Gaelic "Mac Eoin," meaning "son of John." It was anglicized to McKean over time.

Scottish surname derived from "Mac A'Chionaich," meaning "son of Kenneth," which translates to "son of handsome victory.

Rare Irish female given name derived from the surname McKee/McKey, meaning "son of Kee.

Irish origin, derived from MacAodha which means "son of fire" or "son of bright flame".

Unique Scottish male given name derived from McKellar, which means "son of Leod" or "leader.

Unique Scottish given name derived from the Gaelic surname "Mac Ailín," meaning "son of Alan," which translates to "handsome" or "noble.

Scottish given name derived from the surname McKell, meaning "son of the servant of Saint Columba," with roots tracing back to medieval Highland clans known for loyalty and bravery.

Irish origin given name derived from the surname 'Mac Giolla Chaluim', meaning 'son of the servant of St. John'.

Uncommon Irish name derived from "MaghcElla," meaning "daughter of Ella." It originated in County Tyrone and carries historical significance through figures like McKella O'Neill, a legendary warrior woman.

Rare but charming Scottish name derived from the surname MacKellaig, meaning 'disciple' or 'follower'. It gained popularity during the Victorian era and has been associated with figures like Scottish poet Robert Burns and actress Mckell Elizabeth David.

Distinct Scottish given name derived from "MacGill-Eathain," meaning "son of the servant of St. Ethen.

McKenna is an Irish name that means "son of the handsome one," derived from Maolmhichil, combining "bare-headed" or "devoted to God" with "Michael." Traditionally a boy's name, it has been used for girls in recent years.

American female name coined by author Stephenie Meyer for her Twilight series, with no clear historical roots or universally agreed-upon meaning.

Modern Scottish female name, derived from McKenzie ('son of handsome') and Kendrick ('bold power'), yet it lacks a specific meaning itself.

Unique Irish given name derived from the surname "MacKenna," meaning "son of Kenna.

Distinctive American girl's name coined by singer-songwriter Kelly Clarkson, honoring someone important to her, possibly combining 'McKenna' and 'Lee', though its origin and meaning remain uncertain.

Irish-origin given name derived from the surname McKinley, meaning "son of Kinley" or "son of Kinsley.

Unique, modern American name coined by author J.R. Ward for her character Mckenna in the early 2000s, gaining popularity as a unisex name for its distinctive sound and spelling.

Contemporary American name derived from Irish McKenna meaning "handsome" or "wise," combined with Old English Ley signifying "clearing in the woods.

Irish name of unique charm, derived from the Gaelic 'Maighread', signifying 'great' or 'noble'.

Rare Scottish female given name derived from Mac Kenneth, meaning "handsome" or "enlightened" in Gaelic.

Modern American girl's name, likely crafted from McKenna and Kenley, though its exact origins remain unclear. It lacks a traditional meaning but carries hints of Irish Gaelic and English roots.

Unique, modern given name created by combining McKenna (Irish, meaning 'ugly' or 'old head') and Kelly (also Irish, signifying 'war'). It has no specific meaning but stands out as a distinctive choice.

Irish-origin girl's name meaning "son of the handsome one" or "handsome boy," derived from Mac Cionaith meaning "son of Cionaoith" with roots in intelligence and happiness.