This list includes 39 Egyptian boy names that start with M, from “Magdy” to “Mustafa”. The names range from common modern Arabic choices to older, historically rooted Egyptian names. You can use it for baby-name picking, cultural research, or family-name exploration.

Egyptian boy names that start with M are male given names used across Egypt and the wider Arabic-speaking world. Many follow “Mu-” or “Ma-” patterns common in Arabic, reflecting religious and familial traditions.

Below you’ll find the table with Name, Pronunciation, Meaning.

Name: The written form of each name in common English transliteration, so you can recognize and compare entries.

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Meaning: A concise definition or origin note that explains the name’s typical meaning and cultural context for quick assessment.

Egyptian boy names that start with M

NamePronunciationMeaningOrigin
Mohamedmo-HA-medpraised, praiseworthyModern Arabic
Mahmoudmah-MOODpraised, commendableModern Arabic
Mostafamos-TA-fachosen, chosen oneModern Arabic
Mustafamus-TA-fachosen, chosen oneModern Arabic
MagedMA-jedglorious, nobleModern Arabic
MagdyMAG-deeglory, gloriousModern Arabic
Mamdouhmam-DOOHpraised, forgivenModern Arabic
Mansourman-SOORvictorious, aidedModern Arabic
MarwanMAR-wansolid, flint; personal nameModern Arabic
MounirMOO-neerluminous, shiningModern Arabic
Mohsenmo-HENdoer of good, benefactorModern Arabic
MaherMAH-herskillful, talentedModern Arabic
MazenMAH-zenrain clouds; proper nameModern Arabic
Muradmu-RADwish, desired goalModern Arabic
MinaMEE-naname of Saint MenaCoptic
Mikhailmi-KHA-ilwho is like God? (Michael)Coptic
Makaryma-KA-reeblessed (from Makarios)Coptic
Makrammak-RAMgenerosity, generousModern Arabic
MahdyMAH-deerightly guidedModern Arabic
Medhatmed-HATpraised, commendationModern Arabic
Moamenmo-AH-menbeliever, faithfulModern Arabic
Moazmo-AZprotected, safeguardedModern Arabic
Mohabmo-HABbeloved, affectionateModern Arabic
Mubarakmoo-BA-rakblessed, fortunateModern Arabic
Miladmi-LADbirth, nativityModern Arabic
Moatazmo-A-tazproud, steadfastModern Arabic
Mohebmo-HEBlover, admirerModern Arabic
Mufidmu-FEEDbeneficial, usefulModern Arabic
Moneimmo-NEIMbenefactor, granter of favorsModern Arabic
MunirMU-neerluminous, radiantModern Arabic
MusabMU-sabone who is tested, companionModern Arabic
Montasermon-TA-servictorious, triumphantModern Arabic
Moneebmo-NEEBone who turns to God, repentsModern Arabic
Mazharmaz-HARshining, manifestModern Arabic
MajidMAH-jidglorious, nobleModern Arabic
MenasME-nasname of Saint MenasCoptic
Michelmi-SHELwho is like God? (Michael)Coptic
Marcelmar-CELyoung warrior (Latin origin)Other
MahdyMAH-deerightly guidedModern Arabic

Descriptions

Mohamed
Egypt’s single most common male name; many spellings and compound forms; ubiquitous across communities.
Mahmoud
Very popular in Egypt; variant Mahmud; common in families, media, and public life.
Mostafa
Egyptian-favored spelling of Mustafa; widely used with religious and cultural resonance.
Mustafa
Classical Arabic transliteration also used in Egypt; frequent in formal contexts.
Maged
Common Egyptian form of Majid/Majeed; popular across generations.
Magdy
Very common Egyptian spelling; appears as both given name and surname.
Mamdouh
Traditional Egyptian given name meaning pardoned or honored; used across generations.
Mansour
Widespread in Egypt; name of historical figures and modern bearers.
Marwan
Popular modern Egyptian name with deep historical roots.
Mounir
Common in Egypt; variant Munir also seen, frequent among artists and public figures.
Mohsen
Used in Egypt; classical name meaning one who performs good deeds.
Maher
Common Egyptian name; sometimes spelled Mahir; popular in arts and sports.
Mazen
Frequently used in Egypt; poetic associations with rain and abundance.
Murad
Used in Egypt (also spelled Mourad); Turkish-Arabic background, attested in families.
Mina
Extremely common among Egyptian Copts and also used by Muslims; linked to Saint Mena.
Mikhail
Coptic/Arabic form of Michael; widely used by Egyptian Christians.
Makary
Coptic name from Greek Makarios; borne by saints and clergy in Egypt.
Makram
Popular Egyptian name meaning generous; familiar in both urban and rural areas.
Mahdy
Egyptian variant of Mahdi; commonly given in modern Egypt.
Medhat
Frequently used Egyptian male name derived from the H-M-D root.
Moamen
Egyptian transliteration of Mu’min; common contemporary usage.
Moaz
Egyptian spelling of Mu’adh; reasonably common as a given name.
Mohab
Modern Egyptian name meaning beloved; popular among younger generations.
Mubarak
Well-known in Egypt; historically common as a given name and prominent as a surname.
Milad
Used by Egyptian Christians and Muslims; associated with birth and festive contexts.
Moataz
Common Egyptian spelling of Mu’tazz; used across generations.
Moheb
Arabic name attested in Egypt; less common but used as a given name.
Mufid
Classical Arabic name occasionally encountered in Egypt.
Moneim
Egyptian transliteration of Mun’im; used in families across the country.
Munir
Variant of Mounir; attested in Egypt though Mounir is more frequent.
Musab
Historic Islamic name borne by a Prophet’s companion; used in Egyptian families.
Montaser
Egyptian spelling of Muntasir; appears in modern naming practice.
Moneeb
Common Arabic name in Egypt with devotional overtones.
Mazhar
Used in Egypt; literal meaning tied to manifestation or radiance.
Majid
Classical Arabic name in use in Egypt; variants include Majed and Majeed.
Menas
Ancient saint’s name still used by Egyptian Copts; variant of Mina.
Michel
French-influenced form used by some Egyptian Christians; occasional modern usage.
Marcel
Used by some Egyptian Christians; Latin/French origin, attested in urban communities.
Mahdy
Alternative common spelling of Mahdi/Mahdy; frequent in Egypt.
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