Names ending in a

A mandala is the magic circle of Buddhism and Hinduism, a powerful spiritual symbol used in art to represent the universe. It's also an important symbol in Jungian theory. As a first name, Mandala feels both natural and original, always a positive combination, but parents considering it should make themselves away of its deeper meaning.

Blends Samantha and Amanda, yet feels fresher than either.

Sounds too much like the name of a minivan.