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Mirthe is a Dutch feminine given name, a variant of Myrthe. Like its cognates, Mirthe ultimately derives from the myrtle plant, a fragrant evergreen shrub that holds ancient symbolic associations with love, immortality,...

Mirza is a masculine given name and title of Persian origin, meaning "prince." It derives from the Persian word mīrzā, a shortened form of amīrzādeh, which combines the Arabic أمير (ʾamīr, "commander") with the Persian ز...

Miša is a South Slavic name with distinct usages in the Serbian and Slovene languages. It functions primarily as a diminutive of Mihailo, Miroslav, and other names beginning with a similar sound. The root of Mihailo is M...

Mischa is a Dutch and German form of Misha, itself a Russian diminutive of Mikhail, which derives from Michael. Although predominantly masculine, Mischa is occasionally used as a feminine name in the Netherlands.Origin a...

Misha is a Russian diminutive of Mikhail, which itself is a Slavic form of Michael. The name Michael derives from the Hebrew question “Mī khaEl?” meaning “Who is like God?”, a rhetorical affirmation that no one is compar...

Misho is a Georgian and Bulgarian diminutive form of Mikheil (Georgian) and Mihail (Bulgarian), themselves regional forms of the name Michael. In Bulgarian, related diminutives include Mincho and Minko, while the feminin...

Miska is a Finnish masculine given name, primarily used as a diminutive of Mikael, which is the Scandinavian, Finnish and Breton form of Michael. The name Michael originates from the Hebrew מִיכָאֵל (Miḵaʾel), meaning "w...

Miško is a South Slavic masculine given name, primarily used in Serbian and Croatian. It is a diminutive form of several longer names beginning with the sound "mi", such as Mihailo, Mihael, and Miroslav. The name is comm...

Mistefa is the Kurdish form of Mustafa. It is a masculine given name used predominantly among Kurdish-speaking populations, particularly in the regions of Kurdistan spanning parts of Turkey, Iran, Iraq, and Syria.Etymolo...

Misty is a modern feminine given name of English origin, derived directly from the English word misty, which refers to a condition of fog or haze. The name is ultimately rooted in Old English, where mist denoted a thin f...

Mi-suk is a common Korean female given name, typically formed by combining two Sino-Korean syllables. The first element mi (美) means “beautiful,” while the second element suk (淑) conveys meanings such as “good,” “pure,...

Mitar is a Serbian masculine given name, primarily used in Serbia and the region of the former Yugoslavia. It functions as a short form of Dmitar, which itself is the Croatian and Serbian variant of the Greek name Demetr...

Mitch is a common short form of the masculine given name Mitchell, and also occasionally a nickname for someone with the surname Mitchell. Mitchell itself is an English surname derived from the given name Michael or, in...

Mithra is the Avestan name of an ancient Iranian deity (yazata) whose name derives from Avestan 𐬨𐬌𐬚𐬭𐬀 (mithra) meaning "oath, covenant, agreement", itself from an Indo-Iranian root *mitra meaning "that which binds." In Z...

Mithras is the Greek form of Mithra, the central figure of the Roman mystery religion known as Mithraism. The name ultimately derives from the Avestan 𐬨𐬌𐬚𐬭𐬀 (mithra) meaning "oath, covenant, agreement", from an Indo-Iran...

Mitja is the Slovene form of Mitya, ultimately a diminutive of Dmitriy (the Russian form of Demetrius), derived from the Greek goddess Demeter 1. Among South Slavic languages, Slovene has preserved variant forms like Mit...

Mitko is a Bulgarian and Macedonian masculine given name, a short form or diminutive of Dimitar. Dimitar itself is the Bulgarian and Macedonian form of the ancient Greek name Demetrius, which was derived from the name of...

Mitra 2 is a modern Persian feminine name, serving as a variant of Mithra, the ancient Zoroastrian mythology deity. While the true Modern Persian form of Mithra is Mehr, the variant Mitra has gained popularity as a disti...

Mitra is a given name of Sanskrit origin, predominantly used in Hindu and Hindi contexts. In ancient Sanskrit, the word mitra (मित्र) denotes "friend" or "ally," and it is a cognate of the Avestan Mithra, ultimately deri...

Mitre is a Bulgarian and Macedonian short form of the name Dimitar. While the name Mitre is primarily a diminutive, its recognition is greatest in Bulgaria and North Macedonia. However, it may be confused outside the Bal...

Mitrofan is a Slavic masculine given name, derived from the Greek name Metrophanes. It entered Russian onomastics via ecclesiastical tradition following the Christianization of the region. The name is composed of two Gre...

Mitsuko is a feminine Japanese given name composed of two elements: mitsu (meaning "light" or "shining") and ko (symbolizing "child"). The name is typically written with the kanji characters 光 (hi, meaning spirit, life...

Etymology and BackgroundMitxel is the Basque form of Michael, a name of profound religious significance originating from the Hebrew מִיכָאֵל (Miḵaʾel), meaning "who is like God?" This rhetorical question underscores the...

Mitya is a Russian masculine name that functions as a diminutive, traditionally of Dmitriy and, less commonly, of Mitrofan. Names like Mitya belong to a rich Russian tradition of informal, affectionate nicknames formed t...

Miu is a feminine Japanese given name, known for its poetic kanji combinations and melodic sound. The name most commonly combines the characters 美 (mi) meaning "beautiful" and 羽 (u) meaning "feather," evoking an image...

Miya is a Russian feminine given name, serving as a direct adoption of Mia. The name Mia itself originated as a diminutive of Maria, and it also coincides with the Italian word mia meaning 'mine'. In Russian, Miya preser...

Etymology and Cultural Context Miyako is a feminine Japanese given name with multiple possible kanji combinations. One common derivation is from the elements 美 (mi) meaning "beautiful", 夜 (ya) meaning "night", and 子 (...

Miyo is a feminine Japanese given name, typically written with kanji such as 美代 or 美余. The name derives from the element 美 (mi) meaning "beautiful" and 代 (yo) meaning "generation", or from other kanji combinations...

Miyu is a Japanese given name that can be used for any gender, though it is most commonly given to girls. The name is written with various combinations of kanji characters, each imparting a different nuance. Common eleme...

Mladen is a South Slavic masculine given name, derived from the Slavic root mlad (from Old Slavic *moldŭ), meaning "young". The name has been in use since the Middle Ages across the southern Slavic regions, including Cro...

Mo is a unisex nickname or short form in English, typically derived from names beginning with the sound "Mo-", such as Maureen, Maurice, or Morris. It is also occasionally used as a given name in its own right. The name...

Moa is a Swedish feminine given name. While its exact origins are uncertain, it is thought to be derived from the Swedish word moder, meaning 'mother'. This etymology gives the name a gentle, maternal quality, though it...

Moacir is a Brazilian masculine given name of Tupi-Guarani origin, derived from the Tupi word moaçy meaning "pain, regret, grief." It is strongly associated with Brazilian literature, particularly the 1865 novel Iracema...

Mochán is an Irish masculine given name derived from moch, meaning "early", combined with a diminutive suffix. The name thus carries the sense of "little early one" or "early-born". It originates from the Old Irish word...

Moe is a short form of Maurice or Morris, and occasionally of other names beginning with a similar sound. Its roots trace back to the Roman name Mauritius, a derivative of Maurus, meaning "dark-skinned" or "Moorish." Ety...

Mogens is a Danish masculine given name, derived as a contraction of the Latin name Magnus, meaning “great.” The name Magnus itself became popular in Scandinavia after the 11th-century Norwegian king Magnus I, who was re...

Mohan is a modern masculine given name of Sanskrit origin, deeply rooted in Hindu tradition. It is derived from Mohana, which means "bewitching, infatuating, charming" in Sanskrit. This epithet is closely associated with...

Mohinder is an Indian male given name, regarded as a variant of Mahendra, particularly used among Sikhs. The name derives from Sanskrit roots meaning "great Indra," combining mahā ("great") with the name of the Hindu god...

Mohit is a masculine given name of Sanskrit origin, predominantly used in Bengali, Punjabi, and Hindi-speaking regions of India and the broader South Asian diaspora. The name derives from the Sanskrit term मोहित (mohita)...

Moira is a feminine given name used in English, Irish, and Scottish contexts. It has two distinct origins. Primarily, it arose as an Anglicized form of Máire, the Irish version of Mary, which ultimately derives from the...

Moire is a Scottish name, specifically the Scottish Gaelic form of Maria (see Mary). Unlike the more common Màiri, which is used as a given name, Moire is typically reserved to refer to the Virgin Mary in Gaelic contexts...

Moïse is the French form of Moses. This biblical name, derived from the Hebrew מֹשֶׁה (Moshe), has deep roots in religious history, with Moïse serving as the standard vernacular in French-speaking Christian and Jewish co...

Moisey is the Russian form of Moses, derived from the biblical Hebrew name Moshe. Its ultimate origin is often traced to Egyptian mes meaning "son," though the Old Testament offers a folk etymology of "drew out" (from He...

Moishe is the Yiddish form of Moses, derived from the Hebrew name Moshe. The original name Moses is most likely of Egyptian origin, meaning "son," while the biblical etymology as "drew out" (from Hebrew masha) is an inve...

Mona 3 is an alternate transcription of the Arabic name Moná (منى), more commonly rendered as Muna. This feminine name is deeply rooted in Arabic linguistics and culture, carrying the evocative meaning of "wishes" or "d...

Mona is a Scandinavian short form of Monica, used in Danish, Norwegian, and Swedish. The name Monica itself has uncertain origins, most likely of Berber or Phoenician origin. In the 4th century, a North African saint nam...

Mona is a feminine given name with multiple origins and associations. In English and Irish contexts, it is primarily an anglicized form of the Irish name Muadhnait, which itself derives from the Old Irish poetic word mua...

Monat is an English and Irish Anglicized form of the older Irish name Muadhnait. Muadhnait derives from the Old Irish poetic word muad meaning "noble, good" combined with a diminutive suffix, giving it the meaning "littl...

Monday is an English first name derived from the name of the day of the week. The word comes from Old English mōnandæg, meaning “moon’s day,” a translation of the Latin diēs Lūnae. The name can be given to children born...

Mongkut is a Thai given name that means "crown" in Thai, derived from Sanskrit मुकुट (mukuṭa), a Dravidian borrowing. The name is most famously borne by King Mongkut (Rama IV) of Siam, who reigned from 1851 to 1868. Etym...

Mônica is the Brazilian Portuguese form of Monica, a name of uncertain origin, most likely of Berber or Phoenician origin. In the 4th century, Monica was borne by a North African saint, the mother of Saint Augustine of H...

Mónica is the Spanish and European Portuguese form of Monica, a name of uncertain yet intriguing origin. While the meaning of Monica itself remains obscure, it is most likely derived from Berber or Phoenician roots, refl...

Monica is a female given name of uncertain etymology, most likely of Berber or Phoenician origin. Its earliest known bearer is Saint Monica (c. 332–387), the mother of Saint Augustine of Hippo, a North African saint who...

Monifa is a Yoruba feminine name that carries a deeply personal and uplifting meaning. Derived from the Yoruba language of Nigeria, it translates to "I am lucky" or "I have luck," reflecting a sentiment of gratitude and...

Monika is a widespread variant of the name Monica, favored across Central, Eastern, and Northern Europe as well as in parts of Asia. Its usage spans Bulgarian, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Estonian, Finnish, German, Latvian,...

Monique is a feminine given name, the French form of Monica. While Monica remains popular across many languages, Monique is specifically the French variant and has been adopted in other languages such as Dutch and Englis...

Monte is a given name with diverse origins, functioning both as a diminutive and a topographic name. In English usage, it often originated as a diminutive of Montgomery and other names beginning with Mont, such as Montag...

Monty is a masculine given name, often used as a short form of Montgomery or Montague. It is also a variant of Monte.EtymologyThe name Monty ultimately derives from the Norman French surname Montgomery, meaning "Gumarich...

Mòr is a Scottish Gaelic feminine given name, derived directly from the Gaelic adjective mòr meaning "great" or "eminent." This name was historically popular in medieval Ireland and Scotland, often used as an alternative...

Etymology and MeaningMor is a Hebrew name meaning "myrrh," a fragrant resin derived from the Commiphora tree. Myrrh is historically prized for its use in perfumes, incense, and medicine, and appears in the Hebrew Bible a...