Names ending in a

The feminine form of the masculine name Diell, meaning "sun" in Albanian – making this a rare and striking celestial choice.

Rashida is an evocative and alluring name, currently represented by Rashida Jones, daughter of Peggy Lipton and Quincy Jones, who has been featured in The Office, Parks & Recreation, and The Social Network.

An undiscovered "A sandwich" name that feels familiar yet distinctive.

A romantic alternative to River.

This surname ultimately derives from a Galician place name meaning "fig tree", but has spread all over the Spanish-speaking world. It's not certain if it's ever been used as a first name, but it could work - especially as it's reminiscent of the operatic character Figaro.

This weighty ancient name could be the perfect fits-in-stands-out choice for fans the increasingly fashionable group of girls' names that both start and end in A.

May rise along with other spiritually inclined names, but Americans might find it too close to Osama.

Miriana is a lilting girl name that is possibly derived from the names Mirian, Mira, and Miranda.

A minor Greek goddess of fertility and agriculture. The name is also seen spelled as Aphaia.

Actress America Ferrera, of Ugly Betty fame, has pretty much feminized this name in the US.

Nautica is derived from the English word "nautical," which itself comes from the Latin nauticus. It was first recorded as a baby name in 1992 when the American clothing brand had become a national sensation. It ultimately peaked in 1999 when 246 baby girls were given the name.

Most famously borne by Loja Saarinen, a Finnish-American artist and wife of architect Eliel Saarinen. She was born Minna Carolina Mathilde Louise Gesellius and went by Louise or Loja.

This newer sounding coalition of Jennifer and Vanessa is gaining in popularity.