What should I consider when choosing a Biblical name for my baby?

When choosing a biblical name, it is important to remember that not all of them are associated with positive stories and connotations. Therefore, one must look for names with positive connotations of divinity, strength, piety, truth, and life.

What are some lesser-known biblical names?

Biblical names like Immanuel, meaning ‘God is with us,’ Claudia, meaning ‘lame,’ and Barnabas, meaning ‘son of the prophet,’ are rare and lesser known.

Are there any biblical names that are popular in contemporary times?

Biblical names like Noah, Abigail, and Jacob have been among the most popular names in the US for over a decade (1). Noah meaning ‘motion’ is associated with the heir and daughter of Zelophehad, while Abigail meaning ‘my father is joy’ is associated with the third wife of King David. Similarly, Jacob meaning ‘holder of heel’ is associated with the father of the twelve tribal founders of Israel.

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44 Biblical Baby Names Meaning, Starting With M

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Malachi	Boy	My angel; Messenger of God
Mazikeen	Unisex	Harmful or malevolent spirits
Magdalene	Girl	Of Magdala
Marah	Girl	One who is full of bitterness; Of the sea; Sea of bitterness; War; Joyful
Manasseh	Boy	Causing to forget something
Mykal	Unisex	Who is like God
Melchizedek	Unisex	King of righteousness
Magda	Girl	From Magdala
Magdalyn	Girl	From the town on the coast of the sea of Galilee
Michaiah	Boy	A humble person; Down to earth

Maylah	Unisex	Graceful; Gentle; Calm
Magdeline	Girl	She comes from the town Magdala of Galilee
Merjem	Girl	A form of Mary, meaning bitterness
Magdaline	Girl	Variant spelling of the name Magdalene
Merima	Girl	Bosnian form of Mary, meaning star of the sea
Magdalina	Girl	A woman from the tower town
Mahani	Unisex	Strength, elegance, uniqueness
Manda	Girl	One who is worthy of being loved; Of Magdala
Maiken	Girl	Wished for child
Many	Girl	Mainland; Many; Father of many

Massa	Boy	A burden; Prophecy
Medan	Boy	Resolving Quarrel and Fight; Judgement Process
Methuselah	Boy	Man of the dart
Mitcbel	Boy	Who is asked for or lent; Who is like God; Derived from Michel
Moda	Boy	Limited; Relative or Kinsman
Magdalini	Girl	A woman of Magdala
Magdalone	Girl	She who is from the town Magdala, that means towers
Magola	Girl	A woman from the tower town in Galilee
Makaylah	Girl	Who is like a God?
Maralyne	Girl	One who drowns in the sea of bitterness

Melchia	Boy	God is my king
Melchisedec	Boy	My king is the God of Justice; My king is righteousness
Macedonia	Boy	Adoration or burning
Merjema	Girl	Bosnian form of Mary, meaning star of the sea
Matek	Boy	Gift
Mathei	Boy	Gift from God; A form of Matthew
Mikkli	Boy	Estonian form of Michael, meaning who is like God?
Miha	Boy	Who is like God
Mikheil	Boy	Georgian form of Michael, which means who is like God?
Misho	Boy	Georgian diminutive of Mikheil, which means one who is like God

Malchus	Boy	My King; Ruler
Meribah	Unisex	Place of strife; Place of contention
Moab	Unisex	From the father; Descendant of the father
Mendeecees	Boy	Unique; Strong; Courageous

Infographic: Attractive Biblical Baby Names Meaning, Starting With M

are significant and exquisite. They carry an inherent sense of charm that's almost impossible to ignore. Our infographic below shares several options that fit diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Explore the list and pick a name that resonates with you. Remember, your baby's name is integral to their identity, so choose a name that best complements their personality.

Biblical Baby Names Meaning, Starting With M(infographic)

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