Hindu Baby Boy Names Starting With M
4650 names with meanings and origins.
4650 Hindu boy names that start with M. Hindu names usually come from Sanskrit and often honour a deity, a virtue or nature. Many families pick the first syllable from the baby's birth nakshatra at the Namakaran ceremony.
Popular hindu boy names with M: Mihir, Manav, Moksh. Open any name for its meaning, Devanagari or native spelling, rashi and nakshatra.
Top picks
- Mihir — “The sun”
- Manav — “Human”
- Moksh — “Liberation; salvation”
- Madhav — “A name of Lord Krishna”
- Mohan — “Charming; enchanting (Krishna)”
- Mahesh — “Great lord; Shiva”
- Maanashi — “Derived from 'Mana' (mind) and 'shi' (one who has). It implies one who is intelligent or wise in their thoughts.”
- Maalti — “Fragrant jasmine flower”
- Maaruthen — “Born of the wind”
- Marvitha — “Knowledgeable and beautiful”
Unisex · Indian · “Another name for Lord Krishna”
Unisex · Indian · “Associated with Lord Shiva”
Unisex · Indian · “Lord of the earth”
Unisex · Indian · “Goddess Saraswati”
- Maadhavमाधव
Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name that serves as another title for Lord Krishna, often meaning 'sweet like honey' or 'of the springtime.'”
Unisex · Indian · “Another name for Lord Krishna”
Unisex · Indian · “A beautiful woman or sweetheart”
Unisex · Indian · “Intelligent or knowledgeable”
Unisex · Indian · “A term referring to honey or a sweet nectar-like drink. It is used to suggest sweetness and charm in a person's nature.”
Unisex · Indian · “Sweet or honey-like”
Unisex · Indian · “Derived from 'Madhura' (sweet), describing someone who brings sweetness or melody. Used as a poetic name reflecting a gentle personality.”
Unisex · Indian · “Sweet or melodic”
Unisex · Indian · “Maadhuren is a form of Madhur, meaning "sweet" or "pleasant," from Sanskrit madhura.”
Unisex · Indian · “Sweetness; honey”
- Maaghमाघ
Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name that refers to a specific month in the Hindu calendar, usually falling during the winter season.”
Unisex · Indian · “Means the goddess Parvati; a traditional Indian name derived from Sanskrit.”
Boy · African · “A male name with African and Arabic roots meaning 'skilled' or 'expert' in a particular craft or field.”
Unisex · Indian · “Related to a buffalo or a powerful animal”
Boy · Indian · “It means, Precious part of mothers heart”
Unisex · Indian · “Garland; necklace of flowers”
Unisex · Indian · “Maalaimathiyan means "evening moon" in Tamil, combining maalai, "evening," with mathi, "moon."”
Unisex · Indian · “One who is pure or virtuous”
Unisex · Indian · “A type of fragrant jasmine flower”
Boy · Indian · “A musical Raag, Ansh of Lakshmi”
Unisex · Indian · “Another name for Lord Vishnu”
Unisex · Indian · “One from the Malava region”
Boy · Indian · “Derived from Sanskrit, meaning one who weaves or makes garlands. Historically associated with florists or those who create floral offerings.”
Unisex · Indian · “Gardener or one who wears a garland”
- Maalolanमालोलन
Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name specifically identifying a deity worshipped in the Ahobilam temple complex.”
Unisex · Indian · “Fragrant jasmine flower”
Unisex · Indian · “Meaning a great warrior or king, it evokes historical strength and valor. Used to command respect and admiration.”
Unisex · Indian · “A precious gem; jewel”
Boy · Indian · “Lecturer, Respect, Supernatural power, Lord of mind”
Unisex · Indian · “Desire or aspiration”
Unisex · Indian · “Derived from 'Mana' (mind) and 'shi' (one who has). It implies one who is intelligent or wise in their thoughts.”
Boy · Sanskrit · “Means "human" or "man"; a Sanskrit name from Hindu origins signifying humanity.”
Unisex · Indian · “Youthful or belonging to humanity”
Boy · Indian · “Rooted in Sanskrit, meaning an able or capable administrator. Used to suggest someone with strong governance and management skills.”
Boy · Indian · “Derived from the Sanskrit word for people or community. Used to denote someone who is well-connected or belongs to the common folk.”
Boy · Indian · “A combination meaning rich in honor or virtue. Used to emphasize the importance of moral wealth over material possession.”
Unisex · Indian · “Patient or noble person”
Unisex · Indian · “One who is virtuous or respectable”
- Maandhataமாந்தாதா
Boy · Tamil · “A name of an ancient and powerful king from the Puranas, symbolizing sovereignty, protection, and a great ruler.”
Unisex · Indian · “Jewel or precious stone. A short, popular name that implies the child is a valuable and bright addition to the family.”
Boy · Indian · “A jewel, A name of An author”
Unisex · Indian · “Desire; wish or intelligence”
Unisex · Indian · “One who is wise or has a good mind”
Boy · Indian · “From the root for mind, meaning intellectual, psychic, or fanciful. Used to describe someone deep, contemplative, or creative.”
Unisex · Indian · “Lion among men; a person of royal stature”
Unisex · Indian · “Born of humanity or human-born”
Unisex · Indian · “A woman who is a goddess among people”
Unisex · Indian · “A brave or courageous person”
Boy · Indian · “A compound name meaning one with good consciousness. It reflects moral integrity and is a thoughtful choice for a baby boy.”
Unisex · Indian · “Respected beauty or honored glory”
Unisex · Indian · “The sea or the ocean”
- Maaranமாறன்
Boy · Tamil · “The God of Love, often used to describe someone handsome, brave, or like the deity Murugan.”
- MaaraValudhiமாறவழுதி
Boy · Tamil · “A classical name referring to a brave and powerful king from the historic Pandya dynasty, representing strength and leadership.”
Unisex · Indian · “Maareesan is a Tamil form of Maricha, a Sanskrit name derived from marichi, meaning "ray of light."”
Unisex · Indian · “Derived from Mara (ocean) and Isha (lord), meaning lord of the ocean. It symbolizes vastness and deep intelligence.”
Unisex · Indian · “Lord of the ocean”
Unisex · Indian · “From Sanskrit margin, meaning 'one who follows a path' or 'seeker,' derived from marga, 'path.'”
Unisex · Indian · “A goal or a chosen objective”
- Maariमारी
Unisex · Indian · “A unisex Indian name signifying rain or prosperity, often representing a bountiful and flourishing nature.”
- MaariMuthuமாரிமுத்து
Boy · Tamil · “A traditional name meaning a pearl of the rain, often associated with the blessings of the rain goddess and natural purity.”
- Maarisamiमारीसामी
Boy · Indian · “This Indian name signifies a prosperous individual and is associated with the deity presiding over the rain.”
Boy · Indian · “Calf star of the sea”
- Maariyannanமாரியண்ணன்
Boy · Tamil · “A name denoting an elder brother figure associated with the rain deity, reflecting a sense of protection and family leadership.”
- Maariyappanमारियप्पन
Boy · Indian · “A traditional Indian name that represents prosperity and refers to the god associated with life-giving rain.”
Unisex · Indian · “Intelligent or insightful”
Unisex · Indian · “Born of the ocean or a gem”
Unisex · Indian · “Related to the sun or radiance”
Unisex · Indian · “Derived from 'marut' (wind). It means 'related to the wind or storm.' Used to denote energy and free-spirited movement.”
Unisex · Indian · “Born of the wind”
Unisex · Indian · “Born of the wind”
Unisex · Indian · “One who belongs to the wind; Lord Hanuman”
- Maasilamaniமாசிலாமணி
Boy · Tamil · “Meaning a flawless gem or a pure jewel, this name represents someone precious, radiant, and untainted in their character.”
- Maasilanमासीलन
Boy · Indian · “Of Indian origin, this name means one who is pure or without blemish, representing a clean and virtuous character.”
Unisex · Indian · “A Tamil form of Sanskrit Matanga, meaning 'elephant.' Matanga is also the name of a sage in Hindu tradition.”
Unisex · Indian · “A name for the Goddess Saraswati or Durga”
Unisex · Indian · “Maathangini is a spelling of Matangini, a Sanskrit name meaning "female elephant."”
Unisex · Indian · “Maathanki is a Tamil form of Matangi, a Sanskrit goddess name meaning 'daughter of Matanga.' Matanga means 'elephant.'”
Unisex · Indian · “Another name for Lord Krishna or Lord Vishnu”
Unisex · Indian · “Maathavi is a Tamil form of Madhavi, a Sanskrit name meaning "of spring" and also naming a fragrant flowering vine.”
Unisex · Indian · “Maathu comes from Tamil mathu, meaning 'woman' or 'lady.'”
Boy · Indian · “Relating to Mathura, an ancient and sacred city in India. Used to denote a person originating from or associated with this holy place.”
Unisex · Indian · “Maathuri is a Tamil spelling variant of Madhuri, meaning "sweetness" in Sanskrit.”
- Maavalanமாவளன்
Boy · Tamil · “A name signifying a person of great prosperity or a skilled individual, rooted in classical Tamil literary traditions.”
- Maavalathanமாவளத்தான்
Boy · Tamil · “An ancient and noble name referring to a great ruler or a person belonging to a prosperous land, often found in Sangam literature.”
- Maavarasanமாவரசன்
Boy · Tamil · “Meaning a great king or a supreme ruler, this name conveys authority, grandeur, and the ability to lead a large community.”
Unisex · Indian · “A king or ruler of great stature”
Unisex · Indian · “The mysterious or magical one; referring to Lord Krishna”
Unisex · Indian · “Maayaven is a spelling of Tamil Mayavan, meaning 'the wondrous one' or 'one who creates illusion,' a name of Krishna.”
Unisex · Indian · “An illusionist or one with magical powers”
Boy · Indian · “Creator of the universe, Creater of the Maya”
Unisex · Indian · “The dark-skinned one; a name for Lord Krishna”
Unisex · Indian · “A term for a fish or a friend”
Unisex · Indian · “Lord of the Earth; a powerful ruler”
Unisex · Indian · “Machhar is the Hindi word for "mosquito," derived from Sanskrit matsara, used for the same insect.”
Unisex · Indian · “Madaghne is a Sanskrit devotional form of Madaghna, meaning "destroyer of pride."”
Unisex · Indian · “One who is relaxed, gentle, and slow moving”
Unisex · Indian · “A beautiful line of writing or art”
Unisex · Indian · “Madamardhini means “destroyer of pride,” from Sanskrit mada, “pride,” and mardini, “she who crushes or subdues.””
- Madanमदन
Boy · Sanskrit · “The cupid; god of love; god of love, cupid, bee”
Unisex · Indian · “God of love; passion or desire”
Unisex · Indian · “One who is charming or enchanting like the god of love”
Unisex · Indian · “God of love; representing desire”
Boy · Indian · “Meaning the protector or lord of love. Used as a descriptive name for a devoted partner or someone associated with affection.”
Unisex · Indian · “From Sanskrit madana, 'love' or 'the god of love,' and prita, 'pleased': 'delighted by love.'”
Unisex · Indian · “Beautiful like the god of love”
Unisex · Indian · “Madanatura comes from Sanskrit madana, 'love' or 'desire,' and atura, 'afflicted,' meaning 'lovesick.'”
Unisex · Indian · “A Tamil name meaning 'one dear to the god of love'. It represents charm and is commonly used in southern regions.”
Unisex · Indian · “A name meaning the lord of desire or love, often associated with Cupid. Used to denote an attractive or captivating personality.”
Unisex · Indian · “Means beautiful; a Sanskrit name often associated with a form of the goddess Durga.”
- Madangopalमदनगोपाल
Boy · Sanskrit · “Lord krishna; lovely cowherd ( lord krishna )”
Unisex · Indian · “A young, charming, or beautiful woman”
Unisex · Indian · “The god of love and Lord Kartikeya”
Unisex · Indian · “Combines 'Madan' (love) and 'Kumar' (prince), meaning young prince of love. A romantic and charming name.”
Unisex · Indian · “Beloved son of love”
- Madanmohanमदनमोहन
Boy · Sanskrit · “Handsome as cupid; attractive and lovable; lovely & attractive (lord krishna)”
Unisex · Indian · “Madapaha means "remover of pride," from Sanskrit mada, "pride," and apaha, "removing."”
Unisex · Indian · “Lover of love; someone dear”
Unisex · Indian · “Having a beautiful form or appearance”
Unisex · Indian · “Lord of joy or happiness”
Unisex · Indian · “Madashalin comes from Sanskrit and means "full of pride" or "intoxicated," from mada, "pride" or "intoxication."”
Unisex · Indian · “Another name for Lord Krishna”
Unisex · Indian · “Another name for Lord Krishna”
Unisex · Indian · “Joy of Lord Krishna”
Unisex · Indian · “Springtime; name of a plant”
Unisex · Indian · “A religious or saintly name”
Unisex · Indian · “Means city or place; a variant of the Arabic name Medina, commonly used in Indian Muslim communities.”
Boy · Tamil · “Maderu is a Tamil name meaning worthy of praise or glorious. Used as an appreciative and positive masculine name in Southern India.”
- Madeshமாதேஷ்
Boy · Tamil · “A modern name derived from Lord Shiva, representing a powerful lord or a master who governs with strength and wisdom.”
Unisex · Indian · “From Ma (earth) and Isha (lord). Means lord of the earth; a common name for Shiva. Used to denote divine protection.”
Unisex · Indian · “Great God; Lord Shiva”
Unisex · Indian · “Great God; Lord Shiva”
Unisex · Indian · “King of the Gods; Lord Shiva”
Unisex · Indian · “Great Goddess; Goddess Parvati”
Unisex · Indian · “Honey-like; sweet”
Unisex · Indian · “From 'madhu', meaning honey. It is a sweet-sounding name used to imply someone with a pleasant, kind, or charming personality.”
Unisex · Indian · “Sweet; like honey”
Boy · Indian · “Cupid, God of Love, Man filled with beauty”
Unisex · Indian · “God of love; Cupid”
Unisex · Indian · “Madhanaragavan combines Sanskrit Madana, meaning 'love' or 'passion,' with Raghavan, meaning 'descendant of Raghu,' a name of Rama.”
Unisex · Indian · “Means lord of love or cupids king; a Sanskrit-derived Indian name.”
Unisex · Indian · “Means related to honey or nectar; an Indian name derived from Sanskrit.”
Unisex · Indian · “Bright like the god of love”
- Madhavमाधव
Boy · Indian · “A name of Lord Krishna”
- Madhavanமாதவன்
Boy · Tamil · “The husband of Lakshmi, a name for Lord Vishnu symbolizing wealth and auspiciousness.”
Unisex · Indian · “Madhavanandada means "giver of joy to Madhava" in Sanskrit. Madhava is a name of Krishna or Vishnu, and anandada means "giving joy."”
Unisex · Indian · “Madhavavaha has Sanskrit roots meaning "bearer of Madhava," a name of Vishnu or Krishna.”
- Madhavdasमाधवदास
Boy · Sanskrit · “Of Sanskrit origin, this name means a servant of Lord Madhava or Krishna, expressing devotion to the divine.”
Unisex · Indian · “Lord of knowledge”
Unisex · Indian · “Madhavivalli combines Sanskrit madhavi, a flowering creeper, and valli, meaning 'vine' or 'creeper'.”
Unisex · Indian · “Madhavy is a spelling of Madhavi, a Sanskrit name associated with spring and a fragrant flowering vine.”
Unisex · Indian · “A common name for Lord Shiva, implying he is the lord of all. Often used as a personal name.”
Unisex · Indian · “Goddess Parvati”
Unisex · Indian · “A title for Goddess Parvati, representing the great queen or mother. It is a traditional name filled with religious reverence.”
Unisex · Indian · “Intelligence; wisdom”
- MadhiAlaganமதியழகன்
Boy · Tamil · “A beautiful name meaning one who is as handsome as the moon, combining intellect with a pleasing and radiant appearance.”
- MadhiArasanமதியரசன்
Boy · Tamil · “Meaning the king of intelligence or the king of the moon, this name represents a leader who is wise, calm, and insightful.”
- Madhimaranमधिमारन
Boy · Indian · “A name of Indian origin that combines the qualities of being highly intelligent and exceptionally brave.”
- MadhiOliமதியொளி
Boy · Tamil · “A bright name meaning the light of the moon or the light of wisdom, symbolizing clarity of thought and a gentle presence.”
Unisex · Indian · “Moon-faced woman”
Unisex · Indian · “Moon-faced woman”
Unisex · Indian · “The handsome one, possessing wisdom”
- MadhiVendanமதிவேந்தன்
Boy · Tamil · “Meaning the king among the wise or a sovereign ruler with great intellect, symbolizing a leader guided by knowledge.”
Unisex · Indian · “A knowledgeable person”
Unisex · Indian · “One who is wise and beautiful”
Unisex · Indian · “Handsome and wise man”
Unisex · Indian · “Means nectar or honey; a common Indian name linked to Madhava.”
Unisex · Indian · “Sweet father or beloved protector”
Unisex · Indian · “One who is as sweet as honey”
- Madhubanमधुबन
Boy · Sanskrit · “A Sanskrit name meaning a flower garden, often associated with Lord Vishnu.”
Unisex · Indian · “Sanskrit root for one who speaks sweet words. Used for a person known for their eloquence and pleasant way of talking.”
Unisex · Indian · “Sweet lady or sister”
Unisex · Indian · “Sweet knowledge or eloquence”
Unisex · Indian · “From 'madhu' (honey) and 'bon' (forest). It is a poetic name describing a sweet or pleasant forest setting.”
- Madhuchandaमधुछंदा
Unisex · Sanskrit · “Pleasing metrical composition; honey moon”
Boy · Indian · “Madhuchandra is a Sanskrit name meaning honey-moon or sweet moon. Used as a poetic and soft masculine name in India.”
Unisex · Indian · “Sweet light or radiance”
Boy · Indian · “Killer of demon Madhu”
- Madhughoshமதுகோஷ்
Boy · Tamil · “A Sanskrit-derived name meaning a sweet sound or a melodious voice, representing someone who speaks with kindness and harmony.”
Boy · Indian · “Meaning born of or made from honey. Used as a sweet and pleasant-sounding name suggesting a gentle disposition.”
Unisex · Indian · “Combines Madhu (sweet) and Jihva (tongue). It refers to someone with a sweet and persuasive way of speaking.”
Boy · Indian · “Derived from mythology, meaning the conqueror of the demon Madhu. It is a heroic name often associated with Lord Vishnu or Krishna.”
Unisex · Indian · “Conqueror of honey or sweetness”
- Madhukமதுக்
Boy · Tamil · “A short and sweet name meaning honey-like or sweet, usually referring to someone with a pleasant and lovable nature.”
Unisex · Indian · “One with honey-like eyes”
- Madhukantமதுகாந்த்
Boy · Tamil · “Meaning the beloved of honey or the moon, this name signifies a person who is attractive, pleasant, and well-liked by others.”
Boy · Indian · “From Sanskrit, meaning the moon, literally the beloved of honey-like nectar. A poetic, celestial name for a gentle young boy.”
- Madhukarमधुकर
Boy · Sanskrit · “Bee who gives honey; a bee, lover; lover, honey bee”
Unisex · Indian · “One who creates sweetness”
Unisex · Indian · “Bee or collector of nectar”
Unisex · Indian · “Combines Sanskrit words for sweet and poem. A poetic name sometimes used for creative or literary children.”
Boy · Indian · “Meaning the hair of Lord Vishnu, representing divine beauty. Used as a rare, religious name dedicated to the supreme deity.”
Boy · Indian · “Meaning a sweet ray of light, often associated with divine blessings. Used to represent someone who brings joy and warmth.”
Unisex · Indian · “Combines Madhu (sweet/honey) and Kumar (boy). A traditional term for an amiable and pleasant young man.”
Unisex · Indian · “From 'Madhu' (sweet) and 'Leka' (writing/beauty); translates to sweet beauty or elegant composition.”
Unisex · Indian · “Sanskrit compound meaning garland of sweetness. Signifies a person who brings joy and grace to their surroundings.”
Unisex · Indian · “From 'Madhu' (sweet/honey) and 'Mani' (jewel); means sweet jewel. A term of endearment for a beloved and precious child.”
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