221 Arabic Islam Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With M

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Muhammad	Boy	Praiseworthy; Praised one; Praise; Commendable
Malik	Boy	King; Wave; Sea
Mohamed	Boy	Reliable; Always worthy of trust and belief; Worthy of high responsibility; Commendable; Praised
Mohammad	Boy	Praised; Commendable
Mohammed	Boy	Praised; Commendable
Musa	Boy	Muse; Son; Deliver
Mustafa	Boy	The chosen one; Appointed; Preferred
Mahir	Boy	Skilled; Expert; Talented
Mamadou	Boy	A man worthy of all praise
Mahdi	Boy	One who is guided on the right path; Divine guidance

Maleek	Boy	Sovereign
Mazen	Boy	Rain clouds; Blessed rain drops
Mishka	Unisex	Who is like God; Gift of God; Gift of love; Niche for light
Mahmoud	Boy	One who is praised; Commendable; Worthy of reverence
Marwan	Boy	Flint (stone); Quartz; A hard stone of nearly pure silica; name of a fragrant plant; Strong lion; Leader
Maaz	Boy	One who seeks or gives shelter
Musab	Boy	Hard to be defeated; Brave
Muhsin	Boy	Kind; Beneficent; Helper
Maliki	Boy	God's messenger; King
Murad	Boy	Desired purpose; Wish

Moussa	Boy	Son; Deliver; Drew out
Maher	Boy	Skilled; Talented
Munir	Unisex	Bright; Illuminating
Mazin	Boy	Rain clouds
Malique	Boy	A king; A master
Momin	Boy	A person who is pious; Faithful; Believer; One who believes in God
Majid	Boy	Magnificent; Glorious
Marik	Boy	King
Mehmet	Boy	Praise; Praiseworthy
Moosa	Boy	One who is saved out of the water; The name of a prophet of Almighty

Muaz	Boy	Protected; Guarded; The one who will lead the scholars into Paradise
Malick	Boy	A variant of the name Malik; God; The King; Above all earthy rulers
Mir	Boy	A prince; World; Universe; Peace; Dragon; Commander; Elite
Mohsin	Boy	Beneficient
Mateen	Boy	Sturdy; Firm; Solid
Mubashir	Boy	The bringer of good news
Mustapha	Boy	The chosen one
Matin	Boy	Sturdy; Firm; Solid
Morocco	Boy	A land that belongs to God; An African country
Meer	Boy	Mayor; Leader; Elite; King; Chief

Mehdi	Boy	The guided one
Mikaeel	Boy	Who is like God
Muneer	Boy	Splendid; Shining; Bright
Mudasir	Boy	Covered; Wrapped
Maliq	Boy	King
Mirza	Boy	A nobleman with a high rank; A respected person; Prince; Commander
Mohsen	Boy	Beneficient
Murat	Boy	A wish come true; Desire
Muadh	Girl	Protected; Guarded; The one who will lead the scholars into Paradise
Malic	Girl	King

Milad	Boy	Gift of Mithra; Birth
Muhannad	Unisex	Sword from India
Maze	Unisex	Gift of Yahweh; Honor; Love; Affection
Masud	Boy	Fortunate; Lucky; Prosperous
Mohid	Boy	Believer in one God
Mujtaba	Boy	Chosen one; Honorific title for the prophet Muhammad
Murtaza	Boy	Attainer of the pleasure of God; Chosen one
Maalik	Boy	Person who possesses or owns; A master
Makeen	Boy	Strong; Firm; Honored
Mansoor	Boy	Triumphant; Victorious

Miraj	Boy	The ascent; The inclined path to God; Place of ascent
Mourad	Boy	Wish; Desire
Mukhtar	Boy	The chosen one; The preferred one; The one chosen by Allah
Mujahid	Unisex	To strive in the cause of God; Doers of Jihad; Toiler; Laborer
Muaad	Boy	Protected; Guarded
Mahid	Boy	The one who brings comfort to others
Mahmud	Boy	He who is praised; Commendable; Laudable; Worthy of reverence
Moiz	Boy	Comforter; Someone who commands respect
Moaaz	Boy	A place of refuge; Asylum; A haven; Shelter
Momen	Unisex	Believer

Muath	Boy	The protected
Mamoon	Boy	A man who can be relied on
Morad	Boy	Wish; Desire
Majed	Boy	Magnificent; Glorious
Masih	Boy	Anointed; Messiah
Masir	Boy	Fate; Destiny; Predestination
Misbah	Boy	A lamp to provide light to others; Lamp; Light; Luminary
Muhib	Boy	Noble; Loving; Affectionate
Mutasim	Boy	Adhering to God; Taking refuge in
Mohib	Boy	Beloved; Affectionate; Friendly

Muaaz	Boy	Protected; Guarded
Muzammil	Boy	Prophet Muhammad; The enshrouded one; Bundled
Muntasir	Boy	Victorious; He who triumphs in God
Majeed	Boy	Magnificent; Glorious
Masoud	Boy	Fortunate; Lucky; Prosperous
Mahbeer	Boy	One who is brave
Maheer	Boy	Wise; Skilled; Talented; Expert
Mansour	Boy	Triumphant; Victorious
Mansur	Boy	A victorious one
Mahadi	Boy	Guided one

Mannan	Boy	Kind; Generous; Benefactor; Meditate
Mosa	Boy	Drawn from the water; Child of the Nile; Grace
Masood	Boy	Fortunate; Lucky; Prosperous
Mikaal	Unisex	Name for an angel
Moaz	Unisex	Protected; Guarded; The one who will lead the scholars into Paradise
Mohannad	Boy	Sword from India
Muawiyah	Boy	One who howls
Muiz	Boy	Giver of honor; Empowerer; Comforter; Name of Allah
Moeez	Unisex	Giver of honor; Empowerer; Comforter
Mushtaq	Boy	Desirous; Longing

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Infographic: Notable Arabic Islam Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With M

Naming a child is a challenging task. Names are not just labels; they map your child's path for the rest of their lives. To help you choose the right one, we have compiled a list of some amazing Arabic Islam Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With M. Dive in to find the most appropriate name for your little one, and give them an identifier that reminds them of your love forever.

Arabic Islam Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With M(infographic)

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