Names ending in a

Thunderous name with Native American origins.

A multi-cultural choice overflowing with charm.

Kinnia is an ancient Irish saint's name — legend has it she was a maiden baptized by St. Patrick.

Wheezy short form of lovely name, featured in the movie "Steel Magnolias." Go for Lou or Lulu instead.

Slovene Mia cognate, rarely seen in the US.

Lisa was one of the first names to spawn a range of variations, and this is one, sometimes pronounced lee-sha. The original is simpler and prettier.

Amaranta is the unusual and intriguing Latinate form of the Greek botanical name Amarantha, which connects to an eternal mythical figure. An excellent choice for the parent who wants an A name but wishes to move beyond the usual complement of names from Amelia to Annabel.

Variant of Ayda and Aida, found especially in French-speaking Muslim communities. The trema indicates that the name is pronounced with three syllables: ah-EE-da.

This colorful Sanskrit name belongs to the Hindu god Aruna, the charioteer who drives the sun god Surya across the sky. Aruna can also be masculinized to Arun.

The meaning of Maria, from which Maryla is derived, is uncertain. Theories include "drop of the sea" (from Hebrew roots mar "drop" and yam "sea"); "bitter" (from Hebrew marah "bitterness"); and "beloved" (from the Egyptian root mr).

Nickname for Alena, a Helen variation, that can be heard in Eastern Europe.

A pretty and unusual name with a multi-cultural feel--Hebrew, Greek, and a dash of Russian.

Birsha was a king of Gomorrha described as the "son of wickedness"

Nein.