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1500+ Girl Names Ending in -ia

  1. Gioia

    • Origin:

      Italian

    • Meaning:

      "joy"

    • Description:

      Prettier than Joy and just beginning to be used here.
  2. Hypatia

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "highest, supreme"

    • Description:

      Hypatia, an ancient Greek name, has a distinguished namesake: Hypatia of Alexandria was an early philosopher and scholar of mathematics and astronomy--as well as inventor of several scientific instruments.
  3. Ottilia

    • Origin:

      German and Swedish

    • Meaning:

      "prosperous"

    • Description:

      Form of Ottilie or Odilia
  4. Forsythia

    • Origin:

      Flower name, from English surname

    • Meaning:

      "Forsyth's flower"

    • Description:

      This yellow harbinger spring bloom was named for Scottish botanist William Forsyth, and is even more unusual than such species as Acacia and Azalea.
  5. Apphia

    • Origin:

      Greek from Hebrew

    • Description:

      Biblical name from the New Testament.
  6. Bedelia

    • Origin:

      Irish

    • Meaning:

      "strength or exalted one"

    • Description:

      This fanciful Irish extension of Bridget is known here through the wacky Amelia Bedelia books for kids -- an association your child may or may not like.
  7. Safia

    • Description:

      Safia is a feminine name with Arabic origins, meaning 'pure' or 'clear.' It's a variant of the name Safiya (or Safiyyah), which has significant historical importance in Islamic tradition as it was the name of one of Prophet Muhammad's wives, known for her wisdom and purity of heart. Safia is used across diverse cultures including Arabic, Persian, Swahili, and various European communities. The name has a flowing, melodic quality that has contributed to its global appeal. While maintaining its cultural roots, it has gained popularity in Western countries for its elegant simplicity and beautiful meaning. The name conveys qualities of clarity, wisdom, and moral purity, making it a meaningful choice for parents from various cultural backgrounds.
  8. Bia

    • Origin:

      Greek, Portuguese, Romanian

    • Meaning:

      "force; blessed; white"

    • Description:

      A bright and bouncy micro name, far rarer than Mia or Gia.
  9. Katia

    • Origin:

      Russian diminutive of Ekaterina

    • Meaning:

      "pure"

    • Description:

      One of the warm and earthy Russian nickname names now coming into style. Denzel Washington is the father of a Katia.
  10. Caelia

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "heavens"

    • Description:

      The feminine form of Caelius, from caelum "skies, heavens".
  11. Iphigenia

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "of royal birth"

    • Description:

      In mythology, Iphigenia was sacrificed by her father, Agamemnon -- a difficult legacy to pass on to a daughter, and only one reason the name is hardly ever used.
  12. Alodia

    • Origin:

      Germanic

    • Meaning:

      "foreign riches"

    • Description:

      A melodious ancient saint's name now more commonly heard in its French form, Elodie.
  13. Avia

    • Origin:

      Latin, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "bird; God is my father"

    • Description:

      Avia is one of those multi-cultural, vowel-heavy girls' names so popular today, along with such choices as Ayla and Aya.
  14. Halia

    • Origin:

      Hawaiian, Greek

    • Meaning:

      "remembrance of a loved one, cherished memory; briny"

    • Description:

      Halia is one of Hawaii's top baby names, in the Top 50 for girls in 2021. Rare yet quietly on the rise outside of Hawaii, it was given to around 64 girls in a recent year. With its appealing meaning and approachable sound, Halia may see more use in the future.
  15. Nolia

    • Description:

      Nolia is a delicate feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may derive from Magnolia, the beautiful flowering tree named after French botanist Pierre Magnol, thus carrying natural, floral associations. Alternatively, it could be a variation of Nola (meaning 'famous' or 'noble') or a shortening of Finola (meaning 'white shoulder' in Irish). With its soft sounds and flowing quality, Nolia has an inherently graceful character. Though uncommon in mainstream usage, the name has periodically appeared throughout the 20th century, particularly in southern United States. Nolia strikes a balance between familiar and distinctive, offering a less common alternative to popular floral or feminine names. Its brevity and melodic quality make it both memorable and easy to pronounce.

  16. Alivia

    • Origin:

      Variation of Olivia

    • Description:

      While Alivia may not have achieved the megapopularity of its mother name, it's still a widely used choice. Alivia combines the trendiness of A names with the trendiness of Olivia to create a choice that's slightly off the beaten track -- slightly being the operative word here. Is the distinction the initial A earns you worth a lifetime of explaining, "No, it's Alivia, with an A, not Olivia"? Your call, though ours would be no.
  17. Azaria

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Azariah

    • Meaning:

      "Yahweh has helped"

    • Description:

      A Biblical name with a modern feel, Azaria is a spelling variation of the Hebrew name, Azariah. Used as a masculine name in the Bible, this spelling is now more commonly used on girls.
  18. Eleia

    • Description:

      Eleia is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may derive from Greek roots, possibly connected to Elea, an ancient Greek colony, or as a variant of Elaia, meaning 'olive tree' - a symbol of peace and prosperity in Greek culture. Alternatively, it could be a modern elaboration of names like Ella or Elena. The name has a melodic quality with its flowing vowels creating a gentle, lyrical sound. While relatively uncommon in most countries, Eleia appeals to parents seeking a name that sounds feminine and elegant without being overly common. Its Greek connections give it a timeless, classical feel while its modern sound makes it accessible for contemporary use.

  19. Zaia

    • Origin:

      Italian

    • Meaning:

      "wicker basket; kind of cloth"

    • Description:

      Joining Maia, Raya, and Kaia, is alluring, evocative Zaia.
  20. Ria

    • Origin:

      Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "small river"

    • Description:

      Short and feminine, Ria has a rhythmic flow.