Christian Baby Girl Names Meanings Starting with M

Meridel

Origin of the name Mary: Anglicized form of Maria, which is derived from the Hebrew Miryām (sea of bitterness, sea of sorrow). ... The name, borne in the Bible by the virgin mother of Jesus, has become one of the most enduringly popular names in the Christian world.

Meaning: Mirthful, joyous also an abbreviation of meredith Origin: English

Merideth

Meaning. "Great lord" Meredith is a Welsh given name, and a surname common in parts of Wales. It is of Welsh origin and, as a personal name, was until recently usually given to boys. Meredith has many derivatives which have become personal names and surnames as well.

Meaning: Seaday Origin: English

Meriel

The name Meriel is a Celtic baby name. In Celtic the meaning of the name Meriel is: Bright sea.

Meaning: Sea bright Origin: English

Merilyn

Merilyn is an emotional, sensitive and nervous individual who seeks the company of others. While she is quite idealistic, she never completely loses her grip on reality and her feet remain firmly planted on the ground.

Meaning: A combination of merry & lynn Origin: English

Merinda

The meaning of the name “Merinda” is: “A beautiful woman”. Additional information: Beautiful. Categories: Aboriginal Names, Australian Names. Used in: English speaking countries. Gender: Girl Names.

Meaning: A beautiful woman Origin: Australian

Merinde

The meaning of the name “Merinda” is: “A beautiful woman”.

Meaning: Pretty woman Origin: Australian

Merise

Latin Meaning: The name Merise is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Merise is: Of the sea.

Meaning: Of the sea Origin: Brazilian

Merissa

Marissa is a feminine given name typically used in Western culture. It is a variation of Maris, which is Latin for 'of the sea'. It can also be spelled Marrisa, Merissa or Marisa. Marissa also means "little Mary" referring to the Virgin Mary.

Meaning: Of the sea Origin: Brazilian

Merit

Merit: from the latin merere - to earn, deserve. Character or conduct deserving reward, honor or esteem, also: achievement. Merit is also an Egyptian name, it means "beloved", it was also used a part of a name as in the case of an Egyptian princess, Meritaten, which meant "Beloved of Aten".

Meaning: Boundary gate Origin: English

Meriwa

me-ri-wa, mer-iwa ] The baby girl name Meriwa is pronounced as MiyRIYWaa- †. Meriwa is derived from Banti Eskimo origins. Meriwa's meaning is thorn. See also the related category eskimo. Meriwa is not widely used as a baby name for girls.

Meaning: Thorn Origin: Native American