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20 Egyptian Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With M

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Last Updated on Oct 3, 2023

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Moises	Boy	Savior; To pull out of water
Mohamed	Boy	Reliable; Always worthy of trust and belief; Worthy of high responsibility; Commendable; Praised
Musa	Boy	Muse; Son; Deliver
Moussa	Boy	Son; Deliver; Drew out
Mekhai	Boy	Rejoicing; Happiness
Moishe	Boy	Drew out; Savior; To pull out of water
Moise	Boy	Son; Deliver; Drew out; Drawn out of water
Mostafa	Boy	The one chosen among all
Minas	Boy	The moon; Will helmet; Sensitivity; Bright; Established one
Moroni	Boy	Nephite prophet; Son of Mormon; Lord; Master; My beloved; I was beloved

Maat	Boy	Egyptian goddess of order and balance; Truth; Virtue; Justice
Menefer	Boy	Of the beautiful city; Established and beautiful
Moeshe	Boy	Born of; Child; Drawn out of the water; A variant of Moses
Masudah	Boy	A man whose personality is happy and joyful
Masudi	Boy	A merry and delighted person
Mohi	Girl	Son; Deliver; Enchanting; One who gives life
Moi	Girl	North African; Moorish; Son; Deliver
Moke	Boy	Son; Deliver; Drew out; Born of
Montu	Boy	Nomad
Makalani	Boy	Clerk

Infographic: Attractive Egyptian Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With M

Egyptian Boy Names with Meanings, 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.

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

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