Names ending in a

Ewella is one of the modern Cornish word names plucked straight from the dictionary. It's very name-like with its -ella ending, but the Ew up front gives us pause.

Gila and its variants have joyous meanings in Hebrew, but other kids might connect them to the monster.

With the first two syllables pronounced Georgie, it has a stylish Masterpiece Theatre air.

This US state name has been rising slowly but steadily for girls over the last 30 years, but à la Dakota, it could easily be a male name too.

Originating in Madagascar, Kamara has a pleasant and familiar sound, with a cool, unexpected animal meaning.

The Greek form of Jasmine and Yasmin.

Claudina — a traditional Spanish diminutive of Claudia — was a Top 500 name in Spain for the first half of the 20th century. It never caught on as a given name in the US. At its peak, Claudina was given to 17 American baby girls in 1969.

A very distinctive musical choice, but be aware that many people will think you've named your child Oprah.

Another candidate for mispronunciation.

If you're torn between Marissa and Alyssa.