Names ending in a
- Kianda
Origin:
AngolanMeaning:
"mermaid"Description:
In Angolan mythology, Kianda is a goddess of the sea and protector of fishermen, often depicted as a mermaid.
- Adowa
Origin:
Akan, GhanaianMeaning:
"born on Tuesday"Description:
A West African day name traditionally used for Akan girls born on Tuesday. Kwabena is the male equivalent.
- Bernadetta
- Jirka
- Arsema
- Mabilia
- Christia
Origin:
Short form of ChristianaMeaning:
"Christ's follower"Description:
Christia is a rare Chris name that doesn't add much to the mix. We'd prefer lengthening Christia to Christiana or shortening it to Christa.
- Magistra
Origin:
FrenchDescription:
This is a name teeming with feminist cred. Magistra Hersend was a 12th Century female physician who attended the King of France both at home and in battle and was well regarded by all her peers.
- Alathia
- Inaaya
Origin:
Arabic, UrduMeaning:
"care, concern"Description:
Variant spelling of Inaya
- Jolena
- Kama
Origin:
SanskritMeaning:
"love, desire"Description:
Kama is the winged Hindu god of love, son of Lakshmi. His proper name is Kamadeva.
- Kalla
- Antoñía
- Dóra
Origin:
Hungarian and Icelandic variation of DoraMeaning:
"gift"
- Generva
- Mattolina
Origin:
ItalianMeaning:
"woodlark"Description:
If you're looking for an international nature name in disguise, here's a distinctive avian opportunity.
- Acasia
- Jakayla
Origin:
Modern invented nameDescription:
Several hundred parents last year chose Jakayla, an elaboration of Kayla, or hybrid of Jacqueline and Makayla.
- Aneka