18 African Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With M

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Name Gender Meaning
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Musa
Baby Boy Sign Boy Muse; Son; Deliver
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Mamadou
Baby Boy Sign Boy A man worthy of all praise
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Mehki
Baby Boy Sign Boy Rising; Ascending
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Massai
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Owner of lands and farms
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Mosa
Baby Boy Sign Boy Drawn from the water; Child of the Nile; Grace
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Makalo
Baby Boy Sign Boy A person considered a wonder; A surprise
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Mayen
Unisex Baby Sign Unisex A kind of ox
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Madin
Baby Boy Sign Boy Speckled bull; The city
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Malomo
Baby Boy Sign Boy Don't go anymore; Do not go away again
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Maitho
Baby Boy Sign Boy The eyes that give you sight
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Mandla
Baby Boy Sign Boy African name for strength
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Manute
Baby Boy Sign Boy An African name
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Mejdan
Baby Boy Sign Boy A glorious person
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Mewelde
Baby Boy Sign Boy The glittering pearl
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Mbwana
Baby Boy Sign Boy Ruler; Master
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Mpasa
Baby Boy Sign Boy Brazilian word for mat
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Mpenda
Baby Boy Sign Boy Lover
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Mukami
Baby Boy Sign Boy A person who milks cows

Infographic: Meaningful African Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With M

If you seek exquisite baby names that are creative, culturally significant, and impactful, check out our infographic below. It features some charming

that would fit diverse preferences. Each name on the list is unique and deeply meaningful. Explore them to find a name that celebrates your child's individuality and reflects your dreams and aspirations for them.


 African Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With M(infographic)

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