What are some saint names for Christian baby boys?

Many saint names for Christian baby boys carry deep significance and a rich history. Examples include Anthony (Saint Anthony of Padua), Benedict (Saint Benedict of Nursia), Christopher (Saint Christopher), and Francis (Saint Francis of Assisi). Other popular choices are George, John, Joseph, and Luke.

Are there Christian baby boy names that are also popular in other cultures?

Yes, many Christian baby boy names enjoy cross-cultural popularity, making them versatile and widely recognized worldwide. Names like Daniel, Samuel, Alexander, David, and Gabriel transcend cultural boundaries, cherished not only within Christian communities but also among Jews, Muslims, and various other cultures globally.

What are some short Christian baby boy names?

There are several meaningful options for short Christian baby boy names, rooted in biblical significance. Examples include Ain, meaning merciful, Cid, denoting God, Ea, meaning fire, Eli, denoting my God is Yahweh, John, meaning Yahweh is gracious, and Paul, meaning small.

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563 Christianity Baby Boy Names Starting With Letter M

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Last Updated on Aug 23, 2023

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Mateo	Boy	God's gift
Michael	Boy	Who is like God?
Mason	Boy	Stone worker
Matthew	Boy	God's gift
Maverick	Boy	Independent person who avoids conformity
Miles	Boy	Gracious; Merciful; Soldier
Myles	Boy	Peaceful; Gracious; Soldier; Mill
Maxwell	Boy	Dweller by the great stream
Matteo	Boy	God's gift
Malachi	Boy	My angel; Messenger of God

Messiah	Boy	Savior; Anointed
Miguel	Boy	Who is like God
Marcus	Boy	Warlike; Dedicated to Mars
Mark	Boy	Mars; God of war; Male; Warlike; Hammer; Defender
Malakai	Boy	My messenger; My angel
Maximus	Boy	Greatest; Supreme; Maximum; Eldest
Malcolm	Boy	A devotee of St. Columba
Maximiliano	Boy	Greatest; Supreme; Maximum; Eldest
Martin	Boy	The god of war; Mars; Dedicated to Mars; Warlike; Male
Manuel	Boy	God is with us

Mario	Boy	Warlike; Mars; Male
Marshall	Boy	Horse-keeper; Master of horses; Stable boy; Keeper; Servant; Military chief commander
Milan	Boy	Gracious; Dear; Middle of the plain
Malik	Boy	King; Wave; Sea
Marco	Boy	Dedicated to Mars; Roman God of war; Warlike
Mathias	Boy	God's gift
Matthias	Boy	God's gift
Mack	Boy	Son; Great
Marcos	Boy	Warlike; Little warrior; Man; Dedicated to Mars
Maximilian	Boy	Greatest; Supreme; Maximum; Eldest

Marcelo	Boy	Warlike; A young warrior; Dedicated to Mars
Morgan	Boy	Born of the sea; Sea chief
Marvin	Boy	Famous friend; Sea friend; Bone marrow; Eminent; Noble; Wish; Desire; Young goat or kid
Mac	Boy	Son of; Great; Horse; Border; Guard; Screen; Curtain
Marcel	Boy	Belonging to Mars; Roman god of war; Male
Mauricio	Boy	Moorish
Magnus	Boy	Large; Great
Marcellus	Boy	Dedicated to Mars; Roman God of war
Maximo	Boy	Greatest; Supreme; Maximum; Eldest
Musa	Boy	Muse; Son; Deliver

Mathew	Boy	God's gift
Melvin	Boy	Bad town
Misael	Boy	Who is like God
Maxton	Boy	Greatest; Supreme; Maximum; Eldest
Mayson	Boy	Stoneworker
Merrick	Boy	Fame; Power; Rule
Marc	Boy	Warlike; Roman god Mars; Male
Marlon	Boy	Little hawk; Mars; Dedicated to Mars; Male; Little warlike one
Montgomery	Boy	Gomeric's hill; Gumarich's hill
Mikael	Boy	Who is like God

Maison	Boy	Stoneworker; Home
Maxim	Boy	Greatest; Supreme; Maximum; Eldest
Mattias	Boy	God's gift
Massimo	Boy	Greatest; Supreme; Paramount; Maximum; Highest
Markus	Boy	Mars; The god of war; Warlike; Male
Macklin	Boy	Son of the servant of Eòin
Mariano	Boy	A hostile; War-like man
Malaki	Boy	Messenger of God; Second; Big; Great; Handsome
Mike	Boy	Who is like God
Makari	Boy	Blessed; Happy

Monte	Boy	A steep mountain; Gumarich's mountain; Mountain
Mars	Boy	The god of war; Warlike; Male
Matheo	Boy	Gift of Yahweh
Marcello	Boy	Like a hammer; A young warrior; Dedicated to Mars
Milton	Boy	Who is from the town of mills; A mill-town
Massiah	Unisex	Savior; Anointed one
Malikai	Boy	My messenger; My angel
Mauro	Boy	Moorish
Mikel	Boy	Who is like God
Meyer	Boy	Bringing Light; Leader; Mayor; Farmer; Landlord

Myron	Boy	Myrrh; Sweet oil; Perfume
Mavrick	Boy	Independent person who avoids conformity
Morris	Boy	Dark-skinned; North African; Moorish; Dark; Swarthy
Mylan	Unisex	Gracious; Pleasant; Dear
Maksim	Boy	The greatest
Marcelino	Boy	A young warrior; Dedicated to Mars
Marcell	Boy	A young warrior; Dedicated to Mars
Marlo	Boy	Remnants of a lake;Seahill front; Drop of the sea; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished-for child; Beloved; Love;
Maceo	Boy	Gift of God
Marko	Boy	Mars; The god of war; Warlike; Male

Manolo	Boy	God is with us
Markell	Boy	Mars; The god of war; Warlike; Male; Horse border; Wolf border
Malcom	Boy	A disciple of Saint Columba
Maxx	Boy	Greatest; Supreme; Maximum; Eldest
Markel	Boy	Mars; The god of war; Warlike; Male
Marlin	Boy	Sea fort
Monty	Boy	Mountain belonging to a ruler; Pointed hill; Steep mountain
Manny	Boy	God is with us
Masiah	Unisex	Savior; Anointed one
Marek	Boy	Warlike; Dedicated to Mars; Rebellious; Sea of bitterness

Malachai	Boy	My angel; Messenger of God
Marty	Boy	The god of war; Mars; Dedicated to Mars; Warlike; Male
Maxon	Boy	Greatest; Supreme; Maximum; Eldest
Mace	Boy	Gift of God; A medieval weapon; Twin
Marquez	Boy	Son of Marcos; March; Borderland; Mars; The god of war; Warlike; Male;
Marius	Boy	Manly; Dedicated to Mars
Morrison	Boy	Son of Morris; Descendant of a Moorish person
Mikhael	Boy	Who is like God?
Marshal	Boy	Horse-keeper; Master of horses; Stable boy; Keeper; Servant; Military chief commander
Masyn	Boy	Stone worker

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Infographic: Sweet Christianity Baby Boy Names Starting With Letter M

Finding the right name for your child is about choosing one that leaves a lasting impression. You can explore diverse cultures and languages or pick one based on your favorite letter or theme. We have compiled some adorable Christianity Baby Boy Names Starting With Letter M in the infographic below. Check out the myriad options to find a suitable name for your angel.

Christianity Baby Boy Names Starting With Letter M(infographic)

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