Muslim Girl Names
Starting with M
Beautiful Islamic names for your baby girl — with Urdu meanings, Arabic script, and popularity across India.
Introduction
Why Choose a Muslim Girl Name Starting with M? (India Focus)
The letter M (Meem ـم) is deeply blessed in Islamic tradition — it is the first letter of our beloved Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Across Indian Muslim communities — from Hyderabad to Lucknow, Kerala to Delhi — names starting with M are chosen to bring barakah and honour.
From the sacred Maryam (مریم) — the only woman named in the Holy Quran and a full Surah (19) — to the luminous Mahnoor (ماہ نور) meaning “moonlight”, these names reflect grace, faith, and cultural harmony. This guide features 100+ Muslim girl names starting with M with Urdu meanings, Arabic script, and origin tags.
Indian tradition: In many Indian Muslim families, names like Maryam, Mahnoor, and Mehwish are top picks for baby girls. This list is curated especially for parents seeking authenticity and modern appeal.
Quranic & Deeply Islamic Names
Mentioned in or inspired by the Holy QuranMaryam — مریم
Maryam is the Quranic name of the mother of Prophet Isa (AS). An entire Surah (19) is dedicated to her. Urdu meaning: پاکیزہ، عفیفہ (pure, chaste). A name that carries immense barakah for Indian Muslim families.