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

MOREMI

Female

Unique and powerful Yoruba name, borne by legendary Queen Moremi Ajasoro who courageously liberated her people from spiritual threats, embodying intelligence, bravery, and selflessness in Yoruba culture.

MORENA

Female

Spanish-origin female given name derived from "moreno," meaning brown or dark-skinned, popularized in Spain during the Middle Ages.

MORENE

Female

Unique African name of Yoruba origin, meaning "beautiful one," derived from the legendary queen Moremi Ajasoro.

MORENIKE

Female

Captivating African name meaning "Beautiful Power" or "Handsome Strength," derived from the Yoruba language, reflecting the legacy of a wise and compassionate queen.

MORENO

Male

Spanish surname and given name derived from the Italian word 'moreno', meaning 'dark' or 'brown', likely referring to common physical traits of Venetian Italians who settled in Spain during medieval times. Today, Moreno is widely used as a popular boys' name in many Spanish-speaking countries and beyond, strongly associated with Hispanic communities worldwide despite its Italian origins.

MORETTA

Female

Italian girls' name with Tuscan origins, traditionally used as a pet form of Maria and popularized by Saint Mary Magdalene de' Pazzi.

MOREY

Male

Rare English male given name with possible origins in the medieval name Maurice or Morris, or as a Scottish nickname for someone with dark hair. It means "dark-skinned" or "of Moorish origin.

MORGAINE

Female

Welsh name meaning "sea-born" or "circle of the sea," with roots in ancient Celtic culture.

MORGAN

Female

Welsh name derived from "morgant," meaning "sea-born" or "circumspect.

MORGAN

Male

Welsh name meaning 'sea-born' or 'circuit', popular for both boys and girls since the Middle Ages, with notable figures such as actors Morgan Freeman and Morrissey.

MORGANA

Female

Welsh origin name meaning "sea-born", popularized by characters like Morgan le Fay and known for its strength and uniqueness despite historical associations with dark magic.

MORGANDY

Female

Unique, recently coined name with unknown origins and uncertain meaning, making it a contemporary creation lacking historical ties or established etymology.

MORGANE

Female

Feminine given name of Welsh origin, meaning "sea-born," associated with a powerful sea goddess and legendary sorceress.

MORGANN

Female

Unique unisex name of ancient Welsh origin, derived from Morgan, meaning "sea-born".

MORGANNA

Female

Distinctive Welsh name derived from "morgan," meaning "sea-born" or "circle." It's associated with the legendary Welsh witch Morgan le Fay, and has been popular among royalty and historical figures like Owain Gwynedd's daughter Morganna. Today, it remains relatively uncommon, offering parents an unusual yet meaningful choice that carries a sense of mystery and enchantment tied to its magical origins.

MORGANNE

Female

Welsh unisex name derived from 'Mor', meaning 'sea', associated with the vastness of the ocean and Welsh mythology's powerful enchantress.

MORGAYNE

Female

Rare and distinctive female name of Welsh origin, derived from the elements "Mor" meaning "sea" and "Gwyn" meaning "fair, white, or blessed," translating to "Sea-Blessed" or "Sea-Fair." It has deep roots in Celtic mythology and literature, often associated with a mermaid or heroic woman.

MORGEN

Male

German-origin name meaning "morning".

MORGEN

Female

Unique German name meaning "morning," derived from the Old German word "morgen." It has historical significance in Norse mythology as the goddess of dawn and was also associated with the Virgin Mary in early medieval texts.

MORGHAN

Female

Distinctive Welsh name meaning "sea-born," popularized by figures like Morgan le Fay in Arthurian legend, and often used for both boys and girls.

MORGHAN

Male

Irish name derived from the ancient goddess Morrígan, signifying 'great birth' or 'noble descendant.'

MORGHANN

Female

Morgann is a distinctive Welsh given name derived from "Mor," meaning "sea" or "great." It's associated with legendary King Morgan Mwynfawr and has literary ties to figures like Morgan le Fay.

MORGHEN

Female

Uncommon Italian name derived from Morgant, a variant of Morgan meaning "sea-born," introduced by Norman invaders during the Middle Ages.

MORGHYN

Female

Morgwyn is a rare, feminine Welsh name derived from "morg" meaning "sea," reflecting Wales' coastal heritage.

MORGIN

Female

Rare Welsh name derived from "Morgen," meaning "sea-born" or "born by the sea." It also has historical ties to Welsh folklore featuring an enchantress named Morgen. Today, it's still valued as a unique and meaningful name within Welsh communities.

MORGON

Female

Rare Welsh name derived from 'morgen', meaning 'sea'.

MORGON

Male

Rare but captivating Welsh name derived from the ancient word 'morgen', meaning 'sea-born'.

MORGUN

Male

Distinct Scandinavian name derived from 'morgunn', meaning 'morning'. It symbolizes new beginnings and good fortune.

MORGYN

Female

Welsh name meaning "sea-born" or "morning," associated with the Celtic goddess Morrigan and popularized by Welsh poet Dafydd ap Gwilym. It has a rich history in Wales and remains a unique choice today.

MORGYNN

Female

Unique Welsh name derived from the ancient word 'Morgen', meaning 'sea'. It has a rich history associated with notable figures such as Saint Morganna and Morgawse, King Arthur's mother, making it captivating and distinctive choice for both boys and girls today.

MORI

Male

Japanese name of ancient origin, meaning "forest" or "warrior," reflecting the country's cultural significance of forests and courage.

MORI

Female

Japanese given name of unknown origin and meaning, believed to have evolved from the surname "Mori," meaning "forest" or "woods." Despite lacking direct evidence supporting this theory, Mori has been used for centuries in Japan, with tradition favoring sound over meaning in naming choices. While not widely popular, it has gained international recognition through popular culture references like Sherlock's Moriarty and Attack on Titan's Mori character.

MORIA

Female

Captivating Scottish name derived from "Mòr," meaning "great," and associated with an ancient Scottish region.

MORIAH

Male

Hebrew name meaning "chosen by God," popularized in recent decades with notable bearers like actress Moriah Shakir.

MORIAH

Female

Hebrew name meaning "my light", popularized beyond its biblical context as the mountain where Abraham was commanded to sacrifice Isaac.

MORIANA

Female

Exotic Latin-derived name meaning 'of the sea', popularized by historical figures like Princess Moriana of Nevers.

MORICA

Female

Distinctive Romanian feminine name derived from 'mor', meaning 'sea'.

MORICE

Male

Rare French given name derived from the Old French word "moris," meaning "of Moorish origin" or "Moorish.

MORIEL

Male

Rare Hebrew name derived from "mor," meaning myrrh, with biblical and Talmudic references despite no specific historical figure.

MORINA

Female

Ancient Albanian female name derived from "mor", meaning black. It has been celebrated by Albanians for generations, symbolizing cultural heritage and tradition.