Names ending in ia

Clemenzia

Judeo-Italian variation of Clementia, Latin

"mild, merciful"

This beautiful variation of the trendy Clementine has an Italian flair, and is nowhere to be seen in the US charts.

Cleocharia

Greek, meaning unknown

An elaborate way to get to Cleo, rooted in Greek mythology. Cleocharia was a water nymph married to King Lelex of Laconia.

Clia

Invented literary name

Clia could be seen as a variation of Clea (probably another invented literary name), or the creation of L. Frank Baum for a mermaid Princess character in one of his Oz books. Offers a similar choice…

Clodia

Clodia is a feminine name with ancient Roman origins, representing the female form of Clodius, a variation of the Latin name Claudius meaning "lame" or "limping." Despite this original meaning, the…

Colombia

Place-name and Latin

"dove"

Colombia is a South American country name, with a rhythmic sound and peaceful connotations. The Irish Colm, Scottish Callum, and Columba are all attractive relatives of Colombia (or Columbia, if…

Columbia

Latin

"land of Columbus"

Columbia is a rarely used name with many associations. From the eighteenth century it has been used as a female personification of the United States, often appearing as a flag-draped patriotic…

Conceptia

Conceptia is a rare feminine name with Latin origins, derived from the word 'conceptio' meaning 'conception' or 'understanding.' This uncommon name carries intellectual and spiritual connotations,…

Concordia

Latin

"peace, harmony"

This name of the goddess of peace creates a lovely ideal.

Constancia

Constancia is a feminine name with Latin origins, meaning 'constancy' or 'steadfastness.' It derives from the Latin word 'constantia,' which embodies perseverance and unwavering determination. This…

Constantia

Latin

"constant, steadfast"

A rare and refined name, which could make for a surprising route to cute nickname Connie.

Coppelia

Literary name

Coppélia is the name of the life-sized doll created by Doctor Coppélius in the eponymous 1870 ballet, based on short stories by E. T. A. Hoffmann. Coppélius' name may be derived from the Yiddish…

Corabellia

Corabellia is an ornate feminine name that likely combines elements of Cora (from Greek 'kore' meaning 'maiden') with the melodious '-bella' or '-bellia' ending (meaning 'beautiful'). This elaborate…

Coralia

Romanian, Italian, Galician and Spanish variation of Coralie, French from Latin

"coral"

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…

Astraia

Greek

"star"

Astraia -- or Astraea or Asteria -- is the Greek goddess of justice and innocence who became the constellation Virgo. While largely unknown today, this is one of the Greek goddess names that may be…

Cordia

Cordia is a feminine name with Latin origins, derived from 'cor' or 'cordis,' meaning 'heart.' This gives the name a warm, affectionate underlying significance, suggesting someone who is loving or…

Cordilia

Cordilia is an elegant feminine name that appears to be a variant of Cordelia, which has deep literary roots appearing in Shakespeare's "King Lear." The name derives from Celtic or Latin origins,…

Corinthia

Greek

"woman of Corinth"

A beautiful Greek name that kicks now-dated Corinne up a notch.

Cornalia

Cornalia is a feminine name with Latin origins, likely derived from the Roman family name Cornelius, which may have meant 'horn' or referred to the cornel cherry tree. It represents an elegant,…

Corneelia

Corneelia is a feminine name, likely a variant spelling of Cornelia, which derives from the ancient Roman family name Cornelius. The traditional Cornelia has Latin origins meaning 'horn' or possibly…

Alyxia

Alyxia is a modern feminine name that likely developed as an elaborate spelling variant of Alexis or Alexa. It may also draw inspiration from the botanical genus Alyxia, tropical flowering plants.…