Indian Baby Names Starting with M

'M' is the primary syllable for Magha Nakshatra (Ma, Mi, Mu, Me) and recommended for Simha Rashi. Madhav, Maya, and Meera are timeless favorites loved across generations.

Baby Boy Names Starting with M

Popular Choices

Madhav – Lord Krishna, one who gives honey

Mahesh – Lord Shiva, the great lord

Manish – God of the mind

Manoj – Born of the mind, Cupid

Manohar – Captivating heart

Mayank – The Moon, moonlight

Mukesh – Lord Shiva, the free one

Mukund – Lord Vishnu, liberator

Unique M Names for Boys

Maadhav – Rich in honey (alternative Madhav)

Mahir – Expert, skilled

Manvendra – King among men

Mayan – Enchanting

Mrityunjay – Conqueror of death (Shiva)

Baby Girl Names Starting with M

Popular Choices

Maya – Illusion, creative power of the cosmos

Madhuri – Sweet, melodious

Meera – Devotee of Krishna

Meena – Fish, precious gem

Mira – Ocean, peaceful

Manasa – Born of the mind

Unique M Names for Girls

Mallika – Jasmine, queen

Malvika – Princess of Malwa

Manushi – Human being, woman

Meenal – Precious gem, sapphire

Mohini – Enchanting woman (Vishnu's form)

Browse all [names starting with M](/names/m) in our database.

Indian Baby Names Starting with M — 80+ Names with Meanings