What are some traditional baby girl names that have stood the test of time?

There are many traditional and classic girl names that are popular all over the world. They include Alice (noble), Amelia (hardworking), Abigail (my father is joy), Gwyneth (happiness), Edith (wealth), and Sussanah (lily).

How do I make sure the baby girl name I choose is easy to pronounce and spell?

Names that are easy to spell are also easy to pronounce. These consist of a few syllables that are very short. You can choose from some common options like Mia (friendly), Ella (beautiful), Emily (eager or laborious), Grace (goodness), Jess (God exists), Lucy (light), Jen (fair one), and Molly (star of the sea).

What are some baby girl names that work well in multiple languages/cultures?

There are many international girl names that have been popular for many decades. These multilingual names usually have Hebrew, Latin, or English origins. Some good examples are Dana (the most beautiful pearl), Cassidy (clever or curly-haired), Chloe (young green shoot), Demi (earth mother), and Diana (divine).

Should I consider the popularity of a baby girl’s name when choosing one for my child?

It would be best to start your baby name search by looking at the popularity of different names. This will be helpful if you desire a trendy name for your child. However, avoid overly popular names as they lack individuality and impact. Your child may prefer an easy-to-pronounce yet unique name when they grow up.

What are some rare girl names?

Rare names allow your child to stand out as they cannot be mistaken for popular and overused names. Very few parents have taken such names over the decades. You can choose from Zendaya (to give thanks), Chantria (moonlight), Yamileth (beautiful), Saanvi (one who will be followed), and Monserrat (jagged mountain).

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77 Girl Names with Meanings Moon, Starting With M

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Mina	Girl	Precious blue stone; Love; A place near Makkah; Goddess of sun, moon, and stars; Fierce protector
Mahnoor	Girl	Light of the moon
Metztli	Girl	Moon
Mahina	Girl	Moon; Month; Light; Genuine; Male; Dance; Full; Queen; Apple tree
Maha	Girl	Beautiful Eyes; Half moon; Sun; Planet; Mirror; Shining white pearl
Mayleen	Girl	Good mother; Beloved; Love; Torch; Moon
Mylene	Girl	Gracious; Dear; Beloved; Torch; Moon
Maryellen	Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished-for child; Beloved; Love; Torch; Moon; Corposant
Marilena	Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Torch; Corposant; Moon
Mahsa	Girl	Moon-like

Miray	Girl	Commander; Moon; Month; Glowing like a moon
Mahrosh	Girl	Moonlight; Piece of the moon; Pleasant
Mahia	Girl	Moon; Lover
Maham	Girl	Moon
Mehnaz	Girl	Delightful moon
Mahak	Girl	Little moon; Fragrance
Mehnoor	Girl	Light of the moon
Manasvini	Girl	Mother of the moon; An intelligent woman; A virtuous wife; Goddess Durga
Mahnaz	Girl	Moon; Delight; Comfort
Mahtab	Girl	Moonlight; Full moon

Mahwish	Girl	Moon-like
Mahveen	Girl	Pure and beautiful as the moon
Mahiya	Girl	Moon; Lover
Mahri	Girl	Moon; Month; Friendship
Mehwish	Girl	As beautiful as the moon
Miakoda	Girl	Power of the moon
Mahjabeen	Girl	A radiant woman with a face like a moon
Mehjabin	Girl	Beautiful as the moon; Beloved person
Makali	Girl	One whose looks are compared to the Moon
Madhi	Boy	Moon

Mehpare	Girl	Shining Like a Moon; Brilliant and Radiant like the moon
Ming-Yue	Girl	Bright moon; Radiant and luminant moon
Mohor	Girl	Moon; Twelfth day of the month
Mriganka	Girl	Moon; Camphor; Wind
Maahjabeen	Girl	She carries the Moon on her forhead
Maahnoor	Girl	The Moon's glow
Madhuchandra	Girl	A girl sweet as a Moon
Madhujamini	Girl	Night under the light on the moon
Madhumathi	Girl	A delightful sight of the moon
Mah-jabeen	Girl	A woman with a face like a moon

Mah-tab	Girl	One whose beauty is like the Moon
Mah-naz	Girl	One who is glorious like the Moon
Mahal	Boy	Love; Moon
Mahalaya	Girl	A day of the new moon in the month of Ashwin
Mahdis	Girl	Moon-like
Mahdokht	Girl	She who is the daughter of the moon
Mahirimah-sun	Girl	A woman gorgeous as a Moon
Mahjabin	Girl	A woman whose face shines like a Moon
Mahlegha	Girl	One whose face is lit by the moon
Mahliqa	Girl	She who has a face like a moon

Mehlika	Girl	As beautiful as moon
Mahroz	Girl	Girl with the face of the Moon
Mahsati	Girl	One who is like the Moon
Mahsheed	Girl	A woman who obtains the radiance of the Moon
Mahta	Girl	A Moon-like individual
Mahtalat	Girl	A person with the beauty of the Moon
Mahteab	Girl	She looks just like the Moon
Mahwash-moon	Girl	Mysterious like the moon
Marama	Girl	Moon
Meahpaara	Girl	A piece of the moon

Meeza	Girl	Quarter Moon
Mehvesh	Girl	The pleasant light of the moon
Mehvish	Girl	Moon-like
Mehzebeen	Girl	As beautiful as the moon
Menodora	Girl	Moon's gift
Minadoras	Girl	A gift from the moon or a light of the moon
Mishil	Girl	A beautiful kingdom; An admired dynasty; Moon
Modakara	Girl	The light of the moon
Modestus	Girl	The pleasant light of the moon
Modha	Girl	Something as beautiful as the moon

Mahchehr	Girl	A girl with features like the moon
Mahpaekar	Girl	A girl with a face like the moon.
Mahvash	Girl	Moon-like
Magena	Girl	The coming moon
Mihrimah	Girl	Merging power of the Sun and the Moon
Maaha	Unisex	Half moon; Beautiful eyes; Sun; Planets
Mehza	Unisex	Quarter moon

Infographic: Splendid Girl Names with Meanings Moon, Starting With M

In the realm of baby names, Girl Names with Meanings Moon, Starting With M are known for their exquisite sound and meaningful essence. The infographic below provides a glimpse into some of the most coveted Girl Names with Meanings Moon, Starting With M celebrated for their meaning, cultural richness, and widespread popularity. Choosing one from this selection is akin to bestowing your child with an identity they will cherish for life.

Girl Names with Meanings Moon, Starting With M(infographic)

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