In Hindu culture, names hold deep spiritual and cultural significance. A name is not just an identity but also a reflection of values, blessings, and divine connections. Many Hindu parents choose names based on astrology, numerology, or religious texts like the Vedas and Puranas. Names starting with the letter “M” are particularly popular because they are melodious, meaningful, and often associated with goddesses, virtues, and nature.
Names like Maya, Meera, and Madhavi carry rich histories and powerful meanings. Whether inspired by devotion, strength, or beauty, Hindu girl names starting with M offer a perfect blend of tradition and modernity. If you’re looking for a meaningful name for your baby girl, this list will help you find the best one!
| S.No | Name | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maagha | Name of a Nakshathra; Month’s name |
| 2 | Maaheshvari | Power of Lord Mahesha (Lord Shiva) |
| 3 | Maahi | River; Great Earth; Heaven and Earth conjoined; The number one |
| 4 | Maala | Garland |
| 5 | Maalavi | Princess; A musical Raag |
| 6 | Maalika | Daughter; Queen; Owner; A garland; Jasmine; Intoxicating drink |
| 7 | Maalini | Fragrant; Jasmine; Gardener; Another name for Goddess Durga’s and the Ganges |
| 8 | Maalya | Worthy to be garlanded; Wealth; Mass of flowers |
| 9 | Maanasa | Conceived in the mind |
| 10 | Maanasi | With a sound mind; A lady; Intellectual or spiritual endeavour |
| 11 | Maanasvi | Tenderness |
| 12 | Maanavi | Girl with humanity; One who poses all the best qualities |
| 13 | Maanavika | Young girl |
| 14 | Maandavi | Consort of Bharat in Ramayan; Fit; Competent; Administrator |
| 15 | Maandhari | Honorable |
| 16 | Maanhitha | Together; Conversation with God; Honored |
| 17 | Maanika | Of Jewels; Ruby |
| 18 | Maanini | Lady; Nobel; Women; Self respected |
| 19 | Maansi | Intellectual or spiritual endeavour; Another name for Goddess Saraswati |
| 20 | Maanushi | The woman; Goddess Laxmi; Kind |
| 21 | Maanya | The quiet one; Worthy of honor; Respected; Honorable |
| 22 | Maanyata | Principles; Assumption |
| 23 | Maarisha | Worthy; Respectable |
| 24 | Maatangi | Goddess of Matanga, Goddess Durga |
| 25 | Maaya | Goddess Lakshmi; Wealth; Unreality; Compassion; Sympathy |
| 26 | Madanika | Aroused; Excited |
| 27 | Madhavi | A creeper with beautiful flowers; Springtime |
| 28 | Madhu | Honey; Sweet; Nectar; Charming |
| 29 | Madhubala | Sweet girl |
| 30 | Madhulika | Honey; Sweetness; Bee |
| 31 | Madhumati | Delight Moon; Full of honey |
| 32 | Madhuri | Sweet girl |
| 33 | Madhvi | A creeper with beautiful flowers; Springtime |
| 34 | Madira | Nectar; Intoxicating; Wine |
| 35 | Madri | Second wife of Pandu; Mother of Nakul and Sahdeva |
| 36 | Maha Durga | The Goddess Durga who is sleeping |
| 37 | Maha Lakshmi | Goddess Lakshmi, Lakshmi the great, Consort of Vishnu |
| 38 | Mahadevi | Goddess Parvati, the great Goddess |
| 39 | Mahagauri | Goddess Durga; One of the nine forms of Durga |
| 40 | Mahalakshmi | Goddess Lakshmi, Lakshmi the great, Consort of Vishnu |
| 41 | Mahamaya | Goddess Durga, the grand illusion |
| 42 | Mahi | River; Great Earth; Heaven and Earth conjoined |
| 43 | Mahika | The Earth; Dew; Mist; Frost |
| 44 | Mahima | Greatness; Splendour; Majesty; Dignity; Power |
| 45 | Mahira | Highly skilled; Expert; Quick; Talented; Powerful |
| 46 | Mahishasura Mardini | Goddess who killed demon Mahishasura |
| 47 | Mahita | Greatness; River; Respected; Excellent; Revered |
| 48 | Maithili | Goddess Sita, Daughter of Janak |
| 49 | Maitri | Goodwill; Friendship; Kindness |
| 50 | Malati | A creeper with fragrant flowers |
| 51 | Malavika | Princess of Malawa |
| 52 | Malini | Fragrant; Jasmine; Gardener |
| 53 | Mamata | Affection; Preeti; Motherly love |
| 54 | Manasa | Conceived in the mind; Intellect; Mind; Heart |
| 55 | Manasi | With a sound mind; A lady; Intellectual or spiritual endeavour |
| 56 | Manavi | Girl with humanity; One who poses all the best qualities |
| 57 | Mandakini | A river; The milky way |
| 58 | Mandira | Cymbals; Home; A dwelling; Sacred; Temple |
| 59 | Manisha | Intellect; Desire; Wish; Goddess of mind; Wisdom |
| 60 | Manjari | A bunch of flowers |
| 61 | Manjula | Melodious; Beautiful; Likeable |
| 62 | Manjusha | A box |
| 63 | Manjushri | Sweet luster; Goddess Saraswati |
| 64 | Manorama | Attractive; Beautiful; Pleasant |
| 65 | Manvi | Girl with humanity, One who possesses all the best qualities |
| 66 | Manya | The quiet one; Worthy of honor; Respected; Honorable |
| 67 | Marichi | Ray of light; Name of a star |
| 68 | Matangi | Goddess of Matanga, Goddess Durga |
| 69 | Mayukha | Ray of light; Brightness |
| 70 | Mayuri | Pea-hen |
| 71 | Medha | Intellect; Goddess Saraswati |
| 72 | Meena | Precious blue stone; Fish; Jewel |
| 73 | Meenakshi | A woman with beautiful eyes; Fish-eyed |
| 74 | Meera | A devotee of Lord Krishna; Ocean; Boundary; Poetess |
| 75 | Megha | Cloud |
| 76 | Meghana | Cloud; River Ganges |
| 77 | Mihika | Mist; Fog |
| 78 | Minakshi | A woman with beautiful eyes; Fish eyed |
| 79 | Mira | A devotee of Lord Krishna; Ocean; Boundary; Poetess |
| 80 | Mitali | A bond between friendship and Love |
| 81 | Mohana | Attractive; Charming; Infatuating; Beautiful |
| 82 | Mohini | Enchantress; Charming; Fascinating; Jasmine |
| 83 | Moksha | Salvation |
| 84 | Mrinalini | Lotus; Flagrant; Soft; Holy; Many Lotuses |
| 85 | Mrinmayi | Deer’s eye; Of the Earth |
| 86 | Mudita | Happy; Delight; Satisfied |
| 87 | Mukta | Liberated; Pearl |
| 88 | Mukti | Salvation; Freedom from life and death |
| 89 | Murali | Flute |
| 90 | Myra | Sweet, admirable |
Conclusion
Choosing the right name for your baby girl is a beautiful and thoughtful process. Hindu girl names starting with M are not only elegant but also carry deep spiritual meanings. Whether you prefer a traditional name like Mira or a modern one like Myra, each name has its own charm and significance.
We hope this list helps you find the perfect name that resonates with your family’s values and blessings. May your little one’s name bring her joy, success, and divine grace throughout her life!