Names ending in a

Thunderous name with Native American origins.

An old-fashioned Slovene nickname for Gertruda — the Jerca variation is considered more stylish.

Victorian feel.

Andarta was a warrior goddess thought to have been associated with victory.

Mythological Hersilia was the wife of Romulus, founder of Rome. She was later deified as Hora.

A unisex name in Hawaii, where it can signify either Asher (for boys) or Adela (for girls), Akela was also the name of a character in Rudyard Kipling's Jungle Book.

Anacita is a variation of the ancient feminization Aniceta that's largely unknown in the English-speaking world. But with the rise of so many A names, the pretty Anacita may have her day in the sun.

Imona was a Celtic goddess of wells.

Eidra and its even sleeker sister Idra are simple-yet-unusual names -- no baby girls were given either name in the US in 2022. Eidra attracted attention as the name of a character of the Keri Russell TV show The Diplomat.

With the exception of Deborah, names are more often related to honey than to bees. This graceful name honors the bright and busy bee, making it perfect for that energetic little girl. Leia is an obvious nickname with wide appeal.