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    Christian Baby Boy Names Starting With M

    401 names with meanings and origins.

    401 Christian boy names that start with M. Indian Christian names combine Biblical and saints' names with Indian languages, especially in Kerala, Goa, Tamil Nadu and the North-East.

    Popular christian boy names with M: Mason, Matthew, Micah. Open any name for its meaning, Devanagari or native spelling, rashi and nakshatra.

    Top picks

    1. Mason — “Mason is an English surname for a stoneworker, from the Old French masson. It is now used as a first name.”
    2. Matthew — “Matthew comes from the Hebrew Mattityahu, meaning 'gift of God'. Matthew is one of the twelve apostles.”
    3. Micah — “Micah is a short form of the Hebrew Mikhayahu, meaning 'who is like God?'. Micah is a prophet in the Bible.”
    4. Miles — “Miles is a Norman name of uncertain origin, possibly from a Germanic word meaning 'gracious' or linked to the Latin miles, 'soldier'.”
    5. Marcus — “Marcus is a Roman first name, probably linked to Mars, the Roman god of war.”
    6. Malachi — “Malachi comes from the Hebrew, meaning 'my messenger'. Malachi is the last of the minor prophets.”
    7. Matteo — “Matteo is the Italian form of Matthew, from the Hebrew, meaning 'gift of God'.”
    8. Maximus — “Maximus is Latin for 'greatest'.”
    9. Moses — “Pulled out of the water, referring to the biblical leader who led his people to freedom.”
    10. Matthias — “Gift of God”
    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Oppression or crushing”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Originating from Hebrew, this name translates to 'the work of the Lord,' denoting a divine creation or action.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A name of Hebrew origin meaning a brave man or wood. It suggests strength and sturdiness, similar to the qualities of timber.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A variation of the Hebrew name Caleb, meaning 'faithful' or 'devotion to God'.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Machbanai carries a profound and challenging meaning related to 'poverty' and 'the smiting of his son.' It suggests a path of deep reflection.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Machbenah holds a significant and thought-provoking meaning, related to 'poverty' and 'the smiting of his son,' suggesting a powerful destiny.”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “A creative phonetic spelling of Michael, a Hebrew name meaning who is like God.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Selling; knowing”

    • Boy · English · “Child of the wise leader ; born of fire”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A male name of Hebrew origin meaning a measure or judging a garment. In the Bible, Madai is a son of Japheth.”

    • Boy · English · “Powerful Warrior”

    • Boy · English · “Fortunate; also means generous, forgiving”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Measure of a gift; preparation of a garment”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name signifying a chiding, a garment, or his measure. It appears in historical biblical contexts.”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Bitter; variation of may, month name; may. in roman mythology maia: (source of the month may) was goddess of spring growth”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This Hebrew name means declaring God or the chosen fruit of God. It signifies a person who proclaims divine presence.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A name of Hebrew origin found in biblical texts, which carries meanings related to a covering roof or dissolving.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name that has several meanings, including 'sickness,' 'a company of dancers,' or 'a harp'.”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “An end ending growing hope; the place of war”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This name has Hebrew origins and translates to seeing a sign or seeing a letter. It is mentioned in the Bible as the name of a son of Heman.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A modern phonetic spelling of Michael, a Hebrew name meaning who is like God.”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “This Hebrew name is traditionally associated with sickness or infirmity, but also carries meanings related to a harp or forgiveness.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “An Arabic name meaning the praised one; it is a variant of the name Muhammad and signifies being worthy of glory.”

    • Boy · English · “Ocean or elegance”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Means who is like God; a variant of the Hebrew name Michael often found in Spanish cultures.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A variant of Malon, a Hebrew name meaning "lodging place".”

    • Maimonמימון

      Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning lucky. It is often used to express the hope that the child will lead a prosperous and fortunate life.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A variant of the name Malakai, which is of Hebrew origin meaning my messenger.”

    • Boy · English · “To loosen; to set at liberty”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A combination of the prefix Ma- and the Hebrew name Kaleb, meaning "wholehearted."”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A variant of the Hebrew name Michael, meaning who is like God.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “One who creates or builder”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Of Hebrew origin, this name means a messenger of God or refers to a chief or leader within a community.”

    • Malachiமல்கியா

      Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Malachi comes from the Hebrew, meaning 'my messenger'. Malachi is the last of the minor prophets.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Servant; messenger of god; variant of malachi: messenger of god. the title of the last book in the old testament”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A name of Hebrew origin meaning an angel or a messenger sent by God.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A variant of the Hebrew name Malachi, which means my messenger.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning my messenger or my angel. It is a variation of the name Malachi.”

    • Boy · English · “My messenger, my angel”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A variant of Malachi, a Hebrew name meaning my messenger.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Means "my messenger" or "my angel" in Hebrew. It is a variation of the name Malachi.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A variant of Malachi, a Hebrew name meaning 'my messenger.'”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Means "my king is rock"; a Hebrew-derived name composed of malki and tzur.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning 'their king' or 'their counselor'. It is found in biblical texts referring to both people and deities.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning the Lord is my king or my counselor. It reflects a sense of divine guidance and leadership.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning God is my king or my counselor, appearing in biblical texts.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This name of Hebrew origin means the Lord is my king. It is a biblical name emphasizing divine sovereignty.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “King of salvation”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A variant of the Hebrew name Malcham, meaning 'their king' or 'their counselor'. It represents leadership and guidance.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Rooted in Hebrew, this name translates to 'my king', 'kingdom', or 'counselor', notably appearing in the New Testament.”

    • Boy · Scottish · “Of Scottish origin, this name traditionally signifies a disciple or follower of Saint Columba.”

    • Boy · English · “Meeting place in a pasture”

    • Boy · English · “Uncertain, maybe bitter”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A unique spelling variant of Malachi, a Hebrew name meaning "my messenger."”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A creative spelling of Malachi, a Hebrew name meaning "my messenger."”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Means "my messenger"; a modern phonetic variation of the Hebrew name Malachi.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Means "my king is exalted"; a Hebrew name combining malki and ram.”

    • Boy · English · “A messenger of god”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A variant of Malachai, a Hebrew name meaning my messenger.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Mallothi is a name rich with tradition, meaning 'fullness, circumcision,' suggesting a life of completeness and heritage.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name that translates to reigning or providing counsel, suggesting a person of leadership and wisdom.”

    • Boy · Irish · “An Irish surname used as a first name, meaning devoted to God or one who serves Saint John.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A variant of Malakai, a Hebrew name meaning "my messenger".”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A modern phonetic spelling of Malakai, a Hebrew name meaning my messenger.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Rebellious; bitter; set with trees”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning a comforter or a leader, notably mentioned in the New Testament as a teacher in Antioch.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Rest or comfort”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Means causing to forget; a Hebrew name found in the Bible for the son of Joseph.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “To forget. the elder son of joseph in the old testament; forgetfulness, he that is forgotten”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Forgetful; variant of manasseh: to forget. the elder son of joseph in the old testament”

    • Boy · English · “Worthy of being loved”

    • Boy · English · “An English name meaning 'from the hero's meadow,' suggesting a place of strength and natural beauty.”

    • Boy · English · “Son of the hero”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Rest a present.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “God is with us”

    • Boy · French · “A French surname turned given name, referring to someone from the city of Le Mans in France.”

    • Boy · English · “An English name that refers to a person coming from Mann's estate or a specific man's village.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “God in us; variant of emanuel: god is with us; god is among us; spanish form of emanuel: god is with us”

    • Boy · English · “Servant of jesus”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “House; place of sin”

    • Boy · French · “Form of mark; warlike; variant of mark: derived from latin marcus: mars (roman god of war). st. mark was the author of the second gospel. famous bearer: mark twain (1835-1910). mark twains real name was samuel clemens”

    • Boy · French · “Little warrior”

    • Boy · Spanish · “Warlike; form of the latin marcellus meaning hammer”

    • Boy · English · “Dedicated to mars , the god of war”

    • Boy · English · “The little warrior”

    • Boy · Spanish · “Young warrior; form of the latin marcellus meaning hammer”

    • Boy · Italian · “Form of the latin marcellus meaning hammer”

    • Boy · English · “From the god mars”

    • Boy · Latin · “Marcus is a Roman first name, probably linked to Mars, the Roman god of war.”

    • Boy · English · “From the god mars”

    • Boy · English · “A masculine English name describing a person who comes from the valley with the pool. It is derived from Old English topographical terms.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Of Hebrew origin, this name translates to an inheritance or something existing from the beginning.”

    • Boy · Italian · “An Italian male name related to the Roman god of war, Mars, and also serving as a masculine form of Marie.”

    • Boy · English · “From the god mars”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “Bitter; variant of mary: wished-for child; rebellion; bitter”

    • Boy · English · “Woman of the sea”

    • Boy · English · “Resembling a pearl / the child of light”

    • Boy · English · “Author of the gospel according to saint mark”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A modern blend of Mark, meaning warlike, and the suffix -ael, common in Hebrew angelic names.”

    • Boy · German · “A German variant of Marcus, this name means 'of Mars,' referring to the Roman god of war.”

    • Boy · German · “This strong name means 'of Mars, the god of war,' signifying courage and power for your little hero.”

    • Boy · English · “Homestead on the boundary”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A modern blend of Mark and the Hebrew suffix -el, meaning "God is a warrior."”

    • Boy · English · “From the god mars”

    • Boy · Slavic · “A popular Slavic form of Mark, this name is derived from the Roman god of war, Mars.”

    • Boy · Spanish · “Hammer; of mars. the roman fertility god mars for whom march was named”

    • Boy · English · “A form of marlow”

    • Boy · English · “Hill by the lake”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name describing a person who creates joy or acts as a giver of happiness.”

    • Boy · English · “From the god mars”

    • Boy · English · “Of English origin, this masculine name means from the marsh valley. It describes a geographical feature where a valley meets wetlands.”

    • Boy · French · “Horse keeper; steward caretaker of horses”

    • Boy · English · “From the farm by the pool town near the marsh”

    • Boy · English · “From the god mars”

    • Boy · English · “From the god mars”

    • Boy · English · “From the god mars”

    • Boy · English · “A shortened English form meaning friend of the sea, often linked to the name Marvin or the Welsh name Mervin.”

    • Boy · English · “Friend of the sea; lives by the sea; variant of mervyn: form of merlin: from the sea fortress”

    • Unisex · English · “Bitter; bitter. variant of miriam. the biblical mother of christ. names like dolores and mercedes have been created to express aspects of marys life and worship”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A name of Hebrew origin meaning God is my strength, or a variant of Marcel.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Gods work.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This Hebrew name refers to one who is drawn by force. It appears in biblical genealogies as a son of Aram.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A modern spelling variation of Messiah, a Hebrew name meaning anointed one.”

    • Boy · English · “Mason is an English surname for a stoneworker, from the Old French masson. It is now used as a first name.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Of Hebrew origin, this name translates to a burden or a prophecy, often used in biblical contexts to denote a solemn message.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Diminutive of matthew: gift of the lord. in the bible mathew was one of the 12 apostles. he wrote the first gospel account of the life of jesus”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Means "gift of God"; a variant of the name Matthew, which is of Hebrew origin.”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “A variant of Matthew, meaning gift of the Lord, derived from the Hebrew Matityahu.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A phonetic variant of the Hebrew name Nathaniel, meaning gift of God.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name meaning a gift from God; it is also sometimes associated with the word for a bear.”

    • Boy · English · “Gift of god; variant of matthew: gift of the lord; gift from god”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A phonetic spelling of the Hebrew name Matthew, meaning "gift of God."”

    • Boy · English · “Mother of merlin”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Means "gift of God"; a Hebrew name representing a variation of the name Matthew.”

    • Matityahuמתתיהו

      Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Hebrew name meaning gift of God. It is a foundational religious name signifying divine favor and appreciation.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A modern variant of Matthew, a Hebrew name meaning gift of God.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This Hebrew name means wand of government or propelling. It appears in the Bible as the mother of Mehetabel.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Son of matthew.”

    • Boy · English · “Gift of god; diminutive of matthew: gift of the lord. in the bible mathew was one of the 12 apostles. he wrote the first gospel account of the life of jesus”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Derived from Hebrew, this name means the gift or hope of the Lord. It appears in the Old Testament as a name for several biblical figures.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Derived from Hebrew, this name means the gift of the Lord. It signifies a child who is seen as a divine blessing.”

    • Boy · Italian · “Matteo is the Italian form of Matthew, from the Hebrew, meaning 'gift of God'.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A variant spelling of the Hebrew name Matthew, meaning gift of God.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Rooted in Hebrew, this name describes a gift or identifies a person who is generous and gives to others.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This Hebrew name translates to the gift or hope of the Lord. It is historically recognized as the name of the grandfather of Saint Joseph.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A modern variant of Matthew, a Hebrew name meaning "gift of God."”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A variant spelling of Matthew, a Hebrew name meaning gift of the Lord.”

    • Matthewமத்தேயு

      Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Matthew comes from the Hebrew Mattityahu, meaning 'gift of God'. Matthew is one of the twelve apostles.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A double name joining the Hebrew Matthew, meaning "gift of God," and James.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A modern variant of Matthew, the Hebrew name meaning "gift of God."”

    • Boy · German · “Gift of God”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Gift of god; gift from god; variant of matthew: gift of the lord; gift from god”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A variant of Matthew, a Hebrew name meaning gift of God.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A variant of Matthew with Hebrew roots meaning 'gift from God' or 'gift of God,' symbolizing a divine blessing.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “This is a Hebrew name meaning the gift of the Lord. It shares the same roots as the more common name Matthew.”

    • Boy · English · “Star of the sea / from the sea of bitterness”

    • Boy · English · “A dark- skinned man”

    • Boy · English · “An independent man ; a nonconformist”

    • Unisex · Hebrew & Biblical · “A blend of Max and the Hebrew suffix -iel, meaning God is greatest.”

    • Boy · English · “An English name derived from Latin that signifies the greatest or a person of great importance.”

    • Boy · Latin · “Maximus is Latin for 'greatest'.”

    • Boy · English · “Maximum ; the greatest”

    • Boy · English · “Maximum ; the greatest”

    • Boy · English · “A familiar form of max, maxwell”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A variant of the name Elias or an independent Hebrew name meaning "waters".”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A variant of Michael, from the Hebrew name meaning "who is like God?"”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Means "my God"; a variation of the Hebrew name Mael, meaning chief or prince.”

    • Boy · English · “Powerful, brave; powerful; compound of the old german words for hardy and strength. firm”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A phonetic variant of Caleb, a Hebrew name meaning whole-hearted or dog.”

    • Boy · English · “The son of kenna ; to ascend”

    • Boy · English · “The son of the white warrior”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A modern variant of Michael, a Hebrew name meaning "who is like God?"”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name signifying a son, building, or one who possesses deep understanding.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name that translates to water of love or he that measures, appearing in biblical texts.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Judgment process.”

    • Boy · English · “Flourishing meadow”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A rare variation of Michael, a Hebrew name meaning who is like God.”

    • Boy · English · “Resembling a pearl / the child of light”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew biblical name meaning who proclaims God, signifying one who announces or bears witness to the divine.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A modern phonetic spelling of Micah, a Hebrew name meaning who is like God.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Yiddish name derived from the Hebrew Melech, meaning king.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “One who shines; enlightens. shining. surname”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A variant of Michael, which is a Hebrew name meaning "who is like God?"”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A variation of Michael, a Hebrew name meaning "who is like God?"”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A variant spelling of Michael, a Hebrew name meaning who is like God.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A variation of Michael, a Hebrew name meaning "who is like God?".”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A variation of Micah, a Hebrew name meaning "who is like God?".”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A modern variant of Michael, the Hebrew name meaning who is like God.”

    • Boy · English · “A familiar form of melvin”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A Hebrew name that translates to 'my king' or 'my counsel,' suggesting royal wisdom.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “King of health, magnificent king.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “God is my king.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “King of justice.”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “King, counselor.”

    • Boy · English · “One who is sweet and gentle”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “A name with Hebrew roots that translates to 'his kingdom' or 'his counselor,' suggesting leadership and guidance.”

    • Boy · English · “A beautiful song”

    • Boy · English · “Mill friend; council friend”

    • Boy · Hebrew & Biblical · “Circumcision of a narrow place or of a bond”

    • Boy · English · “From the city in tennessee”

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