10,000+ Girl Names That End in A

Unusual and rhythmic, the feminine form of the ancient Greek Makarios or the Latinized Macarius, the name of several saints. The modern Spanish male version of the name, Macario, is used in the US.

Nedra was one of a phalanx of names -- Delma, Verda, Vernice -- popular in the late 19th and early 20th century that dropped out of fashion after World War II and now have disappeared completely. Like the others, Nedra is now extinct.

With Ophelia getting so much love these days, could some parents be convinced to go for the much rarer, still elegant Euphelia?

A phonetic variation of the Biblical Selah.

Common transcription of Maria throughout Europe.

A virtually unheard of girl name with a lot of potential — giving classic Sara an elegant and extra-princessy spin.

In Slavic mythology, Rusalka is the equivalent of the Little Mermaid — she's a water nymph who falls in love with a land-dwelling man and eventually dies of a broken heart. Her tale was made into an opera of the same name by Dvorak. A good alternative for those who are turned off by the popularity of other fairy tale names like Aurora and Ariel.

A popular Muslim girl name in the UK, possibly boosted by its similarity to familiar classic Hannah.

This appealing Russian/Nordic name has been used a handful of times since Eowyn Ivey's novel The Snow Child was published in 2012. There, Faina is a mysterious girl who loves the cold Alaskan woods.

Variation of Aviela/Abiela, feminine forms of the Biblical Aviel/Abiel "God is my father", and related to Avielle.

A nickname for medieval names such as Richenza and Rikissa, which were derived from the Germanic name Richiza. RIxa could easily be adapted for modern use, particularly if you're looking to honor a Richard.

A medieval Italian name that could work in modern times.

As a term of endearment, maybe, but not as a proper name, where it would practically demand the refrain "Banana."

Striking, azure-tinted choice.

Unusual Mary variety with literary underpinnings, most famously as a character in J.M. Synge's Riders to the Sea. You may have to do constant explaining of the spelling and pronunciation, but if you're looking for a distinctive and attractive form of Mary, you've found it.

Feminine name consistently popular in the Latino community.

A distinctive, rhythmic, and lovely Spanish name that suggests enlightenment.

Greek name found in the New Testament makes for one of the unique baby names still undiscovered from the Bible.