10,000+ Girl Names That End in A
- Eska
Origin:
Frisian; Fictional nameDescription:
Frisian short form of names that contained the Old Frisian element ēs, meaning "Æsir" (one of the two main pantheons of deities in Norse mythology).
- Aniceta
Origin:
Latinized feminine form of Ancient GreekMeaning:
"unconquerable"Description:
A delicate name with strong roots, Aniceta is most often used in contemporary Spain. Saint Anicetus was an ancient pope and martyr.
- Josepha
Origin:
Feminine variation of JosephMeaning:
"Jehovah increases"Description:
Josepha is less heard in this country than in other parts of the world, seen as a slightly awkward feminization a la Ricarda and Benjamina. In the U.S., Josephine or Joanna is the more usual feminine form of Joseph, though you might consider Josepha if you want to break rank.
- Noella
- Baela
Origin:
Invented literary nameDescription:
A character name in George R. R. Martin's Song of Ice and Fire series, featured in the GOT prequel House of the Dragon. A modern spin on Bella, so you might consider the meaning to be beauty or beautiful.
- Eucleia
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"good repute, glory"Description:
In Greek Mythology, Eucleia was the spirit of glory and good repute. She was a member of the younger Charites.
- Aleyna
Origin:
Spelling variation of Alana or ElenaMeaning:
"bright shining light"Description:
Several spellings of this name are featured in the US charts, with Elena, Alaina, and Alayna leading the pack. Now Aleyna has joined the party, entering the Top 1000 for the first time in 2023.
- Nevada
Origin:
Spanish place-nameMeaning:
"covered in snow"Description:
Named for its snowcapped mountains, Nevada is a state name which, unlike Carolina, Montana, and Dakota, has been relatively undiscovered. Warning: today's unvisited place-name could become tomorrow's trampled tourist attraction.
- Manuela
Origin:
Spanish, feminine variation of EmmanuelMeaning:
"God is with us"Description:
Manuela is one feminine form that's more energetic than the male original, and is worth considering if you're seeking an easily assimilated Spanish name.
- Dorinda
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"bountiful gift"Description:
Cinderella stepsister type Victorian-valentine name.
- Lida
Origin:
Russian diminutive of Lidia; Scandinavian diminutive of Alida; variation of Leda, GreekMeaning:
"woman from Lydia; noble; happy"Description:
Multicultural mini name with an intuitive pronunciation — it's a recipe for success, yet Lida remains under the radar.
- Cesia
- Aubrianna
Origin:
Combination of Aubrey and AnnaDescription:
Aubrianna, along with Aubriella, is an elaboration of a perfectly good if too trendy name, Aubrey. The final -anna or -ana or -ella does not improve on the original. But A names of all kinds continue to appeal to the masses.
- Corinthia
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"woman of Corinth"Description:
A beautiful Greek name that kicks now-dated Corinne up a notch.
- Hania
Origin:
Hebrew, PolishMeaning:
"encampment; grace"Description:
This very unusual name, also related to Hannah, was chosen for his daughter by Vin Diesel.
- Sasa
Origin:
CherokeeMeaning:
"goose"
- Nanna
Origin:
ScandinavianMeaning:
"daring"Description:
Nanna is a name from Norse mythology that is among the Top 30 names in contemporary Denmark. Popular in Norway in the 19th century, Nanna may also be considered a short form of a range of names, from Anna to Johanna to Marianne. As widespread as it is in Scandinavia, though, it's hard to imagine Nanna making a mark as a girl's name in modern day America, given its use as a name for grandmothers.
- Theophania
Origin:
GreekDescription:
This ancient name, belonging to a Byzantine empress, may be difficult to wear. The English variation Tiffany may be more wearable.
- Lillianna
Origin:
Spelling variation of LilianaDescription:
A variant of the more popular Liliana, Lillianna is an elaboration of the name "Lily".
- Harmonia
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"agreement, concord"Description:
One Greek mythological name -- she was the goddess of order -- not yet embraced by American parents.