Names ending in a

Lovely Sanskrit name that likely means "cherished." Prisma bears resemblance to the word "prism," giving it a light, bright, and colorful aura.

Thoroughly masculine in Central Europe, although it may be misconstrued as a feminine name in English-speaking countries.

A rarely heard ancient Latin names for girls that has a not-so-appealing brand name feel. Try Alba instead.

A streamlined form of Dorothea used in the West Slavic countries.

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.

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

A multi-cultural choice overflowing with charm.

Extremely unusual ella-ending choice.

Lyrical choice with an ornamental H — a common phenomenon among Puerto Rican names.

In the Aristophenes comedy, Lysistrata is the Athenian woman who organizes her fellow wives to end war in their country by denying their husbands sex until a peace treaty is signed. Interesting thought, but rather unwieldy as a baby name.

A modern spelling of Jedidiah.

The name of a saint in the Greek Orthodox Church and the Greek version of the more familiar Amadea / Amadeus. Philothea could make for a lovely, unusual way to get to stylish Thea. Bottom line: Philothea is one of those unique baby names that deserves to be discovered.

Judea — also spelled Judaea — is a mountainous region in the Middle East historically part of Jerusalem, that is significant in religions like Judaism and Christianity. As Jude and Judah dominate in the charts, and fresh Biblical place names like Jericho and Galilee feel stylish as ever, Judea holds a lot of potential.

A jewel-encrusted choice, far more unusual than Pearl.