925+ Boy Names That End with A

  1. Radna
    • Description:

      Radna is known in demonology as the demon of greed and envy.
  2. Kwabena
    • Origin:

      Ghanaian, Akan, Twi
    • Meaning:

      "Born on a Tuesday"
    • Description:

      The Akan people of Ghana and the Ivory Coast frequently name their children after the day of the week they were born and the order in which they were born. Most Ghanaians have a name using this system (think Kofi Annan, whose name means born on a Friday).
  3. Mandla
    • Origin:

      African
    • Meaning:

      "strength"
    • Description:

      This obscure Zulu name was chosen by Stevie Wonder.
  4. Savva
    • Origin:

      Russian
    • Meaning:

      "grandfather, old man; wise"
    • Description:

      Savva is the Russian variant of the Spanish name Sabas. Chekhov used it for a handsome charmer in one of his short stories.
  5. Issa
    • Description:

      Issa is a masculine name with multicultural origins. In Arabic culture, it is the name for Jesus (prophet Isa in Islam) and means 'God is salvation.' It also appears in Slavic languages as a diminutive of names like Isidor. In Japanese, Issa can be a given name meaning 'one tea' or was famously the pen name of the poet Kobayashi Issa. The name's brevity and melodic quality have contributed to its growing international appeal. Issa has gained popularity in recent decades, especially in Muslim communities and among parents seeking short, meaningful names with cross-cultural significance. Its simplicity makes it easy to pronounce across different languages, adding to its global accessibility while maintaining cultural richness.

  6. Yeshua
    • Origin:

      Variation of Joshua, Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "the Lord is my salvation"
    • Description:

      Yeshua is often considered the "real" name of Jesus, via the Hebrew to Greek to Latin to English evolution of Yeshua to Iesous to Iesus to Jesus. It is also used as a common alternative of Yehoshua in the later parts of the Hebrew Bible, making it a variation of Joshuah.
  7. Varuna
    • Origin:

      Hindu God of water and the ocean
    • Description:

      This Indian name would make the perfect choice for those looking for a strong water-based name. A variation which may seem more immediately masculine to the English-speaking ear is Varun. The feminine version is Varuni, who was Varuna's consort.
  8. Ihaia
    • Origin:

      Maori, Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "god is salvation"
    • Description:

      Ihaia or Īhāia is the Māori form of Isaiah.
  9. Timka
    • Description:

      Timka is a masculine name with Slavic origins, functioning as a diminutive form of Timothy or similar names in Eastern European languages. The suffix "-ka" is commonly used in Russian, Czech, Slovak, and other Slavic languages to create affectionate nicknames. The base name Timothy derives from the Greek "Timotheos," meaning "honoring God" or "honored by God." Timka carries a warm, familiar quality in Slavic-speaking communities while sounding distinctive in English contexts. While not widely used as a formal given name in Western countries, it may be used as a nickname in Eastern European families. The name offers international appeal with its blend of familiar sounds and distinctive ending, representing a connection to Slavic cultural naming traditions.
  10. Philadelphia
    • Origin:

      Greek place-name
    • Meaning:

      "brotherly love"
    • Description:

      Not nearly as popular as neighbors Trenton and Camden, but occasionally used for girls. Shirley Temple played a Philadelphia in the old western movie "Fort Apache."
  11. Mahershala
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "swift to the plunder"
    • Description:

      Actor Mahershala Ali single-handedly put this Biblical name on the map. If you think it's difficult to pronounce and spell, consider that it's short for Maher-shalal-hash-baz, the longest name in the Bible which Ali actually used in its entirety as his stage name until 2010.
  12. Vaska
    • Origin:

      Russian
    • Meaning:

      "king"
    • Description:

      A traditional Russian diminutive of Vasiliy, never given as a full name there but occasionally found as such outside of Russia. The name Vasily/Vaska has also been popular in the country of Georgia.
  13. Leonida
    • Origin:

      Italian variation of Leonidas
    • Description:

      Leonida is the modern Italian form of the name of the ancient Spartan king. Though names that end in a or the a sound are usually feminine, there are several examples popular in recent years -- Luca, Joshua, Noah -- that make this more plausible for a boy.
  14. Shaurya
    • Origin:

      Hindi, Sanskrit
    • Meaning:

      "courage, gallantry"
    • Description:

      Deriving from the Sanskrit and Hindi words for courage, gallantry, and valiance, Shaurya is a strong, determined sounding name. Predominantly used for boys, though also used as a unisex option, it is also the name of an Indian military award, The Shaurya Chakra or the "wheel of gallantry".
  15. Kája
    • Description:

      Kája is a Czech masculine name functioning primarily as a diminutive of Karel (the Czech equivalent of Charles). This affectionate nickname has established itself as a standalone given name in Czech culture. It's pronounced 'KAH-yah' and carries a friendly, approachable quality. While traditionally male in Czech usage, the name's soft ending sometimes leads to confusion about gender in other cultures. Kája has maintained moderate popularity in the Czech Republic, representing a blend of traditional roots with a modern, casual feel. The name conveys warmth and familiarity in Czech society. Outside Czech-speaking regions, it remains relatively unknown but has a distinctive charm that makes it memorable when encountered internationally.
  16. Ata
    • Origin:

      Arabic, Turkish
    • Meaning:

      "gift, ancestor"
    • Description:

      Although it's a traditional male name in the Middle East, Ata has a more feminine read in the US.
  17. Sequoia
    • Description:

      Sequoia is a masculine name derived from the name of the massive redwood trees native to California, which were themselves named after Sequoyah (c.1770-1843), the Cherokee silversmith who created a syllabary for the Cherokee language. As a given name, Sequoia evokes qualities of strength, longevity, and natural majesty—sequoia trees are among the largest and longest-living organisms on Earth. This name has gained modest popularity in the United States since the late 20th century as part of the trend toward nature-inspired names. While still uncommon, Sequoia appeals to parents seeking a distinctive name with Native American connections and powerful natural symbolism. Though listed here as masculine, it's worth noting that Sequoia is used for children of all genders.

  18. Tola
    • Origin:

      Hebrew or Yoruba
    • Meaning:

      "scarlet red or wealth"
    • Description:

      The Biblical Tola was a long-ruling judge of Israel renowned for his wisdom and fairness, definitely a positive association.
  19. Yusha
    • Origin:

      Arabic
    • Meaning:

      "God is salvation"
    • Description:

      Arabic form of Joshua
  20. Raka
    • Origin:

      Sanskrit
    • Meaning:

      "full moon"
    • Description:

      Raka is a Sanskrit word name — raka means "full moon" in the ancient language. Raka is mostly used as a boy name, but in the US, could reasonably be worn by a girl as well.