925+ Boy Names That End with A

  1. Rza
    • Origin:

      Invented name
    • Description:

      Rihanna and A$AP Rocky named their baby boy RZA, inspired by the frontman of the Wu-Tang Clan. RZA is the stage name of Robert Fitzgerald Diggs, who has produced the most records for the hip hop group.
  2. Aria
    • Description:

      Aria as a masculine name has multiple cultural origins. While more commonly used for girls in Western countries, Aria has distinct traditions as a boy's name in certain cultures. In Persian, Aria (آریا) means 'noble' or refers to the ancient Aryan people, making it a popular boy's name in Iran. In Hebrew, Ari means 'lion,' and Aria can function as a variant. In India, particularly in Sanskrit tradition, Arya denotes someone of noble character. The masculine use of Aria carries connotations of strength, nobility, and cultural heritage. Though relatively uncommon as a boy's name in Western countries compared to its feminine usage, Aria offers a melodic yet strong option for parents seeking a cross-cultural name with meaningful historical connections.
  3. Shea
    • Origin:

      Irish
    • Meaning:

      "the stately, dauntless one"
    • Description:

      A common surname in Ireland that projects a complex image for a short-one-syllable name, combining spirit, substance, and gentleness. The traditional Irish form is Séaghdha, though it could also be used as a short form of Séamus, connected to James.
  4. T'challa
    • Origin:

      West African and South African, meaning unknown
    • Description:

      T'Challa is the "real" name of Marvel's Black Panther, played by Chadwick Boseman in the 2018 blockbuster. That year, Marvel released a comic revealing the name means "he who put the knife where it belonged" in the fictional native language of Wakanda.
  5. Tekoa
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "stockade or horn trumpet"
    • Description:

      Both a place name and a masculine given name in the Old Testament.
  6. Elia
    • Origin:

      Italian variation of Elijah, Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "Jehovah is God"
    • Description:

      A multicultural appellation, found in Hebrew, Italian, and Zuni, this likable name made famous by director Elia Kazan's only problem is the feminine a ending. But then again, that never hurt Joshua.
  7. Lisa
    • Description:

      Lisa was so popular for girls in the late sixties and early seventies that according to government statistics some parents chose it for their sons, too. Either that or there were some serious mixups in the records bureau.
  8. Akira
    • Origin:

      Japanese
    • Meaning:

      "bright, intelligent"
    • Description:

      Akira is a popular Japanese name for both sexes that's migrated to the West because of its appearance in manga and video games. Akiro is a related name popular for boys.
  9. Akuma
    • Origin:

      Japanese
    • Meaning:

      "devil, demon"
    • Description:

      Nice baby name with a devilish meaning.
  10. Elisha
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "God is my salvation"
    • Description:

      Creative name whose only limitation is that it looks like it would be pronounced akin to Alicia and Elissa — although as a Biblical boys’ name, it is traditionally pronounced ee-LIE-shah.
  11. Seneca
    • Origin:

      Latin surname and Native American
    • Meaning:

      "people of the standing rock"
    • Description:

      Seneca's distinguished heritage as the name of the ancient Roman philosopher-playwright who tutored Nero, and of an Iroquois tribe makes this an interesting choice for either sex.
  12. Kiwa
    • Origin:

      Maori
    • Meaning:

      "Pacific ocean"
    • Description:

      Kiwa, one of the most popular Maori names for boys in New Zealand, is the name of several ocean guardians in Maori mythology. It's part of a poetic name for the Pacific ocean.
  13. Agastya
    • Origin:

      Sanskrit
    • Meaning:

      "mountain thrower"
    • Description:

      A name from Hindu mythology. Agastya is a name of Shiva, as well as the name of a legendary Hindu sage, believed to have received many of the earliest mantras which feature in the Rig Veda from Brahman. It is also the Indian name for the star Canopus. It comes from the Sanskrit, and is usually translated as ‘mountain-thrower’.
  14. Alba
    • Origin:

      Latin
    • Meaning:

      "white"
    • Description:

      An up-and-comer for girls, but still under-the-radar for boys. Alba feels like a possible crossover candidate, on the heels of Nova and Alva, and with the potential for rising nickname Albie.
  15. Sierra
    • Origin:

      Spanish
    • Meaning:

      "saw-toothed"
    • Description:

      Sierra is a name borrowed from the western mountain range, with Latin rhythm and cowboy charm. It is now probably past its peak for girls, but remains a striking nature-inspired choice for boys, with a strong, surprising and energetic sound. The meaning refers to the sharp, irregular peaks of some of the Western mountains such as the Sierra Nevada.
  16. Madara
    • Origin:

      Japanese
    • Meaning:

      "impure"
    • Description:

      As a masculine name, Madara has roots in Japanese. It's not used as a given name, rather it was chosen for the character Madara Uchiha in the Naruto series.
  17. Dana
    • Origin:

      English, Slavic, Persian Arabic
    • Meaning:

      "from Denmark, gift, or wise"
    • Description:

      Baby girl Danas outnumber baby boys with the name nearly ten to one. But Dana is an attractive, sleek name that can certain work for babies of either gender.
  18. Kuba
    • Origin:

      Short form of Jakub
    • Description:

      Kuba is the attractive short form of Jakub, the spelling of Jacob commonly used in Poland. Much more distinctive than Jake!
  19. Taika
    • Origin:

      Maori
    • Meaning:

      "tiger"
    • Description:

      A strong Māori nature name, famously borne by director Taika Waititi, who is of Māori descent.
  20. Vanya
    • Origin:

      Russian, diminutive of John
    • Description:

      This short form of Ivan just could join the other Russian nickname names coming into fashion, and it does have the Chekhov connection.