Female and male first names beginning with the letter “M”..
MACKSON
MaleRare American name of Scottish origin, derived from the surname MacKintosh or MacKensie meaning 'son of Mackay', which translates to 'son of fire'.
MACKSTON
MaleDistinctive Scottish name derived from Gaelic Mac an t-Sionnaich, meaning "son of the fair-haired one." It originated as a nickname for those with light hair during medieval Scotland's clan era.
MACKY
MaleUnisex name of African origin, specifically from the Fulani people, meaning 'strong' or 'to have strength'.
MACKYNZE
FemaleDistinctive Scottish name derived from McKenzie, meaning 'son of Kenneth' or 'handsome'.
MACKYNZI
FemaleUnique Scottish name derived from "MacEoghain," meaning "son of Eoghan" or "noble young warrior.
MACKYNZIE
FemaleAmerican name created by Miley Cyrus for her daughter, popularized since 2014, associated with strength and intelligence like the Irish surname McKenzie, despite lacking historical records or traditional meaning.
MACLAIN
MaleUnisex given name of Scottish origin, derived from "Magan Clann", meaning "son of the follower of St. Columba".
MACLAIN
FemaleMaclain is of Scottish origin, derived from the Gaelic 'MacLean', meaning 'son of Lean'. Historically used as a surname, it has gained popularity as a first name in recent years. It's associated with Clan Lean, one of Scotland's oldest Highland clans. Composed of 'mac' (meaning 'son of') and 'Lean' (likely derived from 'Oighrig Lean', meaning 'Lean's heir'), Maclain is pronounced 'ma-KLAY-in'.
MACLAINE
FemaleDistinct Scottish male first name derived from 'Macaillin', meaning 'son of Colin'.
MACLAINE
MaleRare and elegant Scottish name meaning "son of John" or "son of Eolande".
MACLAN
MaleDistinctive male given name of Scottish origin, meaning 'son of Lachlan', which translates to 'from the land of lochs' or 'land of lakes'. Its history dates back to the 13th century, with the Maclan clan holding significant territories in Argyllshire and being known for their bravery in battle.
MACLANE
MaleDistinctive Scottish name derived from "MacLachlainn," meaning "son of Lachlann," which translates to "land." It's a rare but notable name with a long, proud history in Scotland.
MACLAREN
FemaleUnique Scottish name derived from "Mac Lachainn," meaning "son of Lachlan," which signifies "from the land of lochs.
MACLAREN
MaleRare yet notable Scottish name derived from "Mac Lachlainn," meaning "son of Lachlan." It originated in the Highlands of Scotland and was borne by chiefs of the MacLaren clan, known for their bravery and loyalty.
MACLAY
FemaleScottish given name derived from the Gaelic surname MacClach, meaning "son of Claudius," with roots tracing back to Roman times.
MACLAYNE
FemaleDistinctive Scottish given name derived from the Gaelic words 'magh' (plain) and 'lean' (spear), meaning "of the plain spear".
MACLE
FemaleRare Scottish given name derived from the surname MacLean, meaning "son of Lean," carrying historical significance as the name of one of Scotland's oldest Highland clans.
MACLEAN
MaleScottish surname and given name of Gaelic origin, derived from 'Mac Leathan' meaning 'son of Lean'. It originates from the area around Mull and Morven in Scotland, with its clan known for bravery in battle, supporting Robert the Bruce during the Wars of Scottish Independence. Today, Maclean is popular as a given name to honor family history or the clan's warrior spirit.
MACLEN
MaleRare Scottish given name derived from the Gaelic surname MacLean, meaning "son of Lean.
MACLIN
MaleDistinctive Scottish name derived from 'MacLean', meaning 'son of Lean'.
MACLIN
FemaleRare Scottish given name originating from the influential MacLean clan, meaning "son of Lean".
MACLOVIA
FemaleRare, Latin-derived female name meaning "the way of spots.
MACLOVIO
MaleUnique Spanish male given name derived from "maclovio," meaning "glorious battle.
MACLYN
FemaleIrish-origin given name derived from the surname "Mac Liam," meaning "son of Liam," which translates to "helmet warrior.
MACLYN
MaleUnique Scottish given name, derived from the Gaelic surname MacLean, meaning "son of Lean" or "son of John.
MACLYNN
FemaleDistinctive Scottish name derived from "Maganlann", meaning "of the enclosed field".
MACOLA
FemaleDistinctive Italian name derived from 'maccola,' meaning 'stain' or 'spot,' symbolizing uniqueness.
MACOLM
MaleMalcolm is a Scottish name of Gaelic origin meaning 'devotee' or 'bald', popularized by King Malcolm II.
MACON
FemaleDistinctive French name derived from "macius," meaning "large" or "strong.
MACON
MaleRare American given name of Scottish origin, derived from a nickname for "son of a large or strong man." Its meaning is debated, but it may also reflect Gaelic influences. Notable figures like Robert McCormick Macon and Macon Leary have borne this distinctive name throughout history.
MACOY
MaleMacoy, of Scottish origin, means 'son of fair-haired' in Gaelic.
MACRAE
MaleRare Scottish surname derived from "mac Raith," meaning "son of Raith." It belongs to the Clan Macrae, a sept of the influential Clan Chattan, known for their bravery and loyalty throughout history.
MACRAY
MaleUnique French given name derived from the occupational surname 'Macrai', meaning 'great vessel maker'.
MACRINA
FemaleGreek feminine name meaning 'the blessed one', rooted in the word 'makarios'.
MACSEN
MaleRare Welsh name derived from the ancient Celtic god Maccus, meaning "son of Maximus" or "greatest".
MACSON
MaleRare yet distinguished French-origin name derived from the surname 'Maçon', meaning 'mason' or 'bricklayer'.
MACUS
MaleLatin-derived name, originally a family name (Macius), meaning "from Macedonia." Now widely used as a given name, particularly in Catholic countries like Spain and Italy. Notable bearer includes Saint Macus, a martyr from the 4th century.
MACY
MaleAmerican given name of English origin, derived from the surname Macy which means 'butcher' in Old French. While initially used primarily as a surname, it has become increasingly popular as a girl's name since the late 19th century, ranking among the top 1000 most popular names for girls in recent decades.
MACY
FemaleEnglish given name derived from the word 'mace', meaning a heavy club weapon, signifying strength and power.
MACYE
FemaleUnique French given name derived from "mâche," meaning "to chew," but unrelated to eating when used as a name. It is often associated with Paris' Galeries Lafayette and the iconic clock known as "la samaritaine.