What are some traditional and popular Egyptian baby names for boys and girls?

Traditional Egyptian baby names such as Ahmed (most praiseworthy), Amr (long life), Ahmose (born of Iah), Moswen (Light in color or white), Tabia (talented), Sai (the Egyptian god, Shai), Nour (light), Kinzi (my treasure), and Layla (night) are popular choices among parents for their baby boys and girls.

What are some modern names in Egypt for boys and girls?

Some modern Egyptian names for boys and girls may include Adam (man), Youssef (He will add), Amir (prince, commander), Leila (night), Malak (angel), and Farah (joy, happiness).

Can I combine an Egyptian name with a name from another culture?

Yes, you may combine an Egyptian name with a name from another culture. However, remember that your chosen name could have a different meaning in your language. Moreover, check if the names are compatible, both meaning- and sound-wise.

Which Egyptian names mean gold?

Several names carrying the meaning of gold exist in Egyptian. However, some notable ancient ones with related meanings include Nubemhat, Nubhetepti, and Nubkhaes, which imply gold is at the front, gold is satisfied, and gold appears, respectively.

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66 Egyptian Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With M

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Mia	Girl	Mine; Dear; Darling; Wished-for child; Sea of bitterness; Beloved; Rebelliousness
Mary	Girl	Beloved; Exalted; Sea of bitterness; Wished-for child
Miriam	Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Beloved; Star of the sea
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
Miah	Girl	Dame; Good mother; Mine; Beloved; Wished-for child; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness
Moussa	Boy	Son; Deliver; Drew out
Myriam	Girl	Beloved; Rebellious; Drop of the sea
Mekhai	Boy	Rejoicing; Happiness

Miri	Girl	Wonderful; Beloved; Wished-for child; Sea of bitterness
Moishe	Boy	Drew out; Savior; To pull out of water
Mayleen	Girl	Good mother; Beloved; Love; Torch; Moon
Mimi	Girl	Beloved; Loveliness; Sea of bitterness
Moise	Boy	Son; Deliver; Drew out; Drawn out of water
Mostafa	Boy	The one chosen among all
Mery	Unisex	Beloved; Sea of bitterness; Wished for child; Rebelliousness
Minas	Boy	The moon; Will helmet; Sensitivity; Bright; Established one
Moroni	Boy	Nephite prophet; Son of Mormon; Lord; Master; My beloved; I was beloved
Mayme	Girl	Beloved; Love

Moselle	Girl	Son; Deliver; Drawn out from the water
Marai	Girl	Rebelliousness; Beloved; Truth; Blossom; Vedas; March
Mieke	Girl	Sea of bitterness; Wished-for child; Rebelliusness; Beloved
Myria	Unisex	Myrrh; Rebellious; Drop of the sea; Beloved
Miriana	Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Love; Beloved
Mirjana	Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved; Love
Maran	Girl	Star of the sea; Rebellious; Beloved; Heavy rain; Cinquefoils plant
Mie	Girl	Three-way division; Star of the sea; Sea of bitterness; Beloved; Wished-for child; Rebeliousness
Maaike	Girl	Wished-for child; Sea of bitterness; To swell; Beloved; Rebelliousness
Maat	Boy	Egyptian goddess of order and balance; Truth; Virtue; Justice

Malkin	Girl	Sea of bitterness; Wished-for child; Beloved; Rebelliousness; Strength in battle
Menefer	Boy	Of the beautiful city; Established and beautiful
Moeshe	Boy	Born of; Child; Drawn out of the water; A variant of Moses
Mareesha	Girl	Bitter; Beloved; Rebelliousness; Drop of the sea; Wished for a child
Marigny	Unisex	Bitter; Beloved; Rebelliousness; Drop of the sea; Wished for a child
Marijana	Girl	Bitter; Beloved; Rebelliousness; Drop of the sea; Wished for a child
Marinela	Girl	Bitter; Beloved; Rebelliousness; Drop of the sea; Wished for a child; Of the sea; Male
Marise	Boy	One who is infinite; Endless; Bitter; Beloved; Rebelliousness; Drop of the sea; Wished for a child
Marjaan	Girl	Beloved; Drop of the sea; Wished for a child; Coral; Male
Marjan	Boy	Beloved; Drop of the sea; Wished for a child; Coral; Male

Marjana	Girl	Beloved; Drop of the sea; Wished for a child; Coral; Male
Marolyn	Girl	Bitter; Beloved; Rebelliousness; Drop of the sea; Wished for a child
Marrian	Girl	Beloved; Drop of the sea; Wished for a child; Grace
Massika	Girl	She is born during the rain
Masudah	Boy	A man whose personality is happy and joyful
Masudi	Boy	A merry and delighted person
Mays	Unisex	Hackberry; Nettle tree; Servant of son of Matthew
Meah	Boy	Mine; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved
Memphis	Unisex	Enduring Beauty
Merit	Unisex	Beloved; Boundary gate; Pearl; Deserving

Merl	Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved; Blackbird
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
Moswen	Unisex	The light-skin toned person
Marjia	Girl	Beloved; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child
Makalani	Boy	Clerk
Mido	Boy	Praiseworthy; Beautiful stay
Marrie	Unisex	Beloved; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness

Merrilyn	Girl	Beloved; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child
Marianella	Girl	Beloved star
Muffy	Unisex	Pearl; Beloved; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child
Moose	Unisex	Drew out; Son
Marushka	Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved
Mayrah	Girl	Beloved; Rebellious; Wished for child; Myrrh

Infographic: Meaningful Egyptian Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With M

If you are ready to embark on the journey to find a meaningful name for your child, check out our infographic below. It shares a list of Egyptian Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With M that are elegant and distinct. These options are selected from diverse cultures and languages, offering you the best baby name options worldwide. Scroll through the list to find a suitable name based on your preference and liking.

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

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