1500+ Girl Names Ending in -ia
- Tricia
Origin:
Diminutive of PatriciaMeaning:
"noble, patrician"Description:
Back in Patricia's midcentury heyday, Patty/Patti was the plebeian nickname while Tricia/Trisha and Tish/Trish carried a snobby-yet-insubstantial image associated with then First Daughter Tricia Nixon.
- Artemesia
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"gift from Artemis"Description:
Derived from Artemis, the name of the Greek mythological goddess of the moon and hunting, Artemesia has a couple of notable associations, among them a fourth century Queen of Caria who was responsible for the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders of the World..
- Iphigenia
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"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.
- Pelagia
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"the sea"Description:
The name of several early saints, including one, Pelagia the Penitent, a beautiful and licentious dancing girl who repented, then, disguised as a man, spent the rest of her life living alone in a cave on the Mount of Olives. Because of her early vocation, she is the patron saint of actresses.
- Adelphia
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"dearest sister"Description:
Has a bit of a trade name feel, as in failed cable service.
- Samia
Description:
Samia is a feminine name with rich multicultural origins. In Arabic, it means 'elevated' or 'sublime,' while in Swahili traditions, it carries the meaning of 'one who is friendly.' The name also appears in Indian and Eastern European cultures. Samia features a pleasing rhythm with its three syllables and melodic flow. The name has gained modest popularity in diverse communities worldwide, appreciated for its international appeal and positive connotations. Its connection to qualities of friendship and elevation makes it meaningful while remaining accessible in pronunciation across different languages. Samia offers a beautiful option for parents seeking a name with cross-cultural resonance.
- Kamaria
Origin:
SwahiliMeaning:
"moonlight"Description:
Lush and unusual.
- Fidelia
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"faithful"Description:
Fidelia stems from the Latin word Fides, meaning faith. It has the some root as the English word fidelity. Fidelia gained popularity in the mid-19th Century after Beethoven's opera "Fidelio" gave this name cultural and virtuous significance.
- Coralia
Origin:
Romanian, Italian, Galician and Spanish variation of Coralie, French from LatinMeaning:
"coral"Description:
Coralia was the name of a dancing mermaid in a 19th century ballet. As Cora — which has another root and means maiden — rises, so may elaborations and related names such as Coralie, Coraline, and Coralia.
- Melania
Origin:
Spanish and Greek variation of MelanieMeaning:
"black"Description:
The current wife of Donald Trump, Slovenian model Melania Knauss, brought this pretty version to the fore. Saint Melania was an heiress who freed thousands of enslaved people.
- Zofia
Origin:
Czech, Polish, and Ukrainian variation of SophiaMeaning:
"wisdom"Description:
An international variation of Sophia that ranks in the Top 10 in Poland and the Top 1000 in England and Wales. Zosia is a charming diminutive.
- Camelia
Origin:
Romanian and Spanish form of CamelliaMeaning:
"camellia flower"Description:
A floral name, used in Romania and popular in Moldova too. Camellia is the English form, while Camélia is used in France. The flower itself is named after botanist George Josef Kamel.
- Ardesia
Origin:
ItalianMeaning:
"slate, slate gray"Description:
An attractive Italian color and rock word name that doesn't sound anything like its meaning.
- Genia
Description:
Genia is a feminine name with multiple cultural roots. It can be considered a diminutive of Eugenia (from Greek, meaning 'well-born' or 'noble'), a variant of Jenya (a Russian nickname for Evgeniya), or a shortened form of names containing 'gen' elements relating to birth or creation. With its soft sound and simple two-syllable structure, Genia has a delicate, feminine quality. Though never achieving widespread popularity in English-speaking countries, the name has maintained a quiet presence across various cultures. Its international versatility makes it recognizable in many language contexts while remaining relatively uncommon, giving it both accessibility and distinctiveness.
- Felia
Description:
Felia is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variation of Felia, derived from Latin 'felix' meaning 'happy' or 'fortunate.' Alternatively, it could be related to the Greek name Ophelia or serve as a shortened form of names like Ofelia or Felicia. In some cultures, particularly in parts of Europe, Felia exists as a distinct traditional name. The name has a delicate, melodic quality with its soft consonants and flowing vowels. While relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries, Felia offers an elegant, somewhat exotic choice with classical roots. Its association with happiness and good fortune gives it a positive connotation and uplifting meaning.
- Hermia
Origin:
Greek, female form of HermesMeaning:
"cairn, pile of stones, boundary marker"Description:
Though we've gotten used to Hermione via Harry Potter, and even Hermes with its godlike and fashion associations, most people would still have a problem with Hermia (too close to hernia?) and Herman.
- Jia
Origin:
Italian or ChineseMeaning:
"God is gracious or home, family"Description:
Jia might be considered a spelling variation of Gia, an Italian feminine form of John as a shortening of Gianna or Giovanna. Jia might also be the anglicized form of many Chinese names, which have different meanings including home or family. If you're looking for girl names starting with J that sound unusual yet familiar, this might be one possibility, though many Americans will think it's spelled Gia.
- Eleftheria
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"free"Description:
Eleftheria is derived from the male saint's name Eleutherios/Eleftherios. The national motto of Greece is Eleftheria i thanatos, "freedom or death".
- Nydia
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"home"Description:
Very rarely used, could provide a distinctive alternative to Lydia.
- Vespasian
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"west, evening, wasp"Description:
This bold name may derive either from Latin vesper "west, evening" or vespa "wasp". It was borne by a 1st-century Roman emperor, Titus Flavius Vespasianus, the founder of the Flavian dynasty.
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