Names ending in ia

Helia

Greek

"sun"

The feminine form of Helios or Helio is occasionally heard in Spain and Portugal. In Greek mythology, Helia is one of the Heliades, daughters of the sun god Helios by Clymene the Oceanid.

Hellotia

Greek

"marsh"

In Greek mythology, a surname of Athena and an epithet of Europa.

Helodia

Helodia is a feminine name with possible Greek origins, potentially related to 'helios' meaning 'sun.' This uncommon name has a melodic, flowing quality with its balanced combination of soft and…

Henia

Henia is a feminine name with multiple potential origins. In Hebrew, it may derive from 'hen' meaning 'grace' or be a diminutive of Hannah. In Polish and other Slavic languages, it often serves as a…

Hepzia

Hepzia is a feminine name of Hebrew origin, likely a variant of Hephzibah, which appears in the Bible and means 'my delight is in her.' This rare name carries spiritual significance, as in the Old…

Hermia

Greek, female form of Hermes

"cairn, pile of stones, boundary marker"

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…

Herminia

Herminia is a feminine name with ancient roots, derived from the Greek god Hermes, messenger of the gods. This elegant name means 'messenger' or 'interpreter.' Herminia has historical significance in…

Hersilia

Roman mythology

"dew"

Mythological Hersilia was the wife of Romulus, founder of Rome. She was later deified as Hora. The exact etymology of her name is unknown, however, possible theories include that it comes from the…

Daryia

Daryia is a feminine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Darya or Daria, names with Persian and Slavic origins respectively. The Persian Darya means 'sea' or 'ocean,' conveying images of…

Hestia

Greek

"hearth, fireside"

Hestia is the name of the Greek goddess of the hearth, home and chastity. Though Hestia has been long dormant as a name, it's a possibility for the parent in search of a classic name with deep roots…

Hilaria

Latin, Spanish

"cheerful"

Hilaria, the ancient Roman form of Hilary also given to joyous festivals, is still used in Spain and Poland, while the intriguing Italian version is Ilaria. A notable current bearer is fitness expert…

Historia

Spanish word name or Greek

"history"

Historia originated as a Greek term and is the basis for the word "history" in many languages, including English and Spanish. It is used as a name for the character Historia Reiss in the anime series…

Honoratia

Honoratia is a feminine name with Latin origins, derived from the Roman name Honoratus, meaning 'honored' or 'respected.' This elaborate feminine form carries a sense of dignity and classical…

Honoria

Latin

"woman of honor"

This is an eighteenth century elaboration of Honor found in Charles Dickens ( Bleak House ) but rarely heard here and now.

Horacia

Horacia is the feminine form of Horatio or Horace, names with Latin origins meaning 'timekeeper' or 'one who keeps the hours.' Derived from the Roman clan name Horatius, it carries connotations of…

Horatia

Latin feminine variation of Horatio

Has the fusty charm of recently excavated ancient Roman male names like Augustus and Magnus, which might just appeal to the fearless baby namer.

Hortencia

Hortencia is a feminine name derived from Latin origins, a variant of Hortensia. It comes from the Roman family name Hortensius, which is related to 'hortus' meaning 'garden.' The name directly…

Hortensia

Latin

"of the garden"

Hortensia is an ancient Roman name that's also the common name of the flower hydrangea. The French form of the name is Hortense, which is coming back into style in Paris but has never caught on in…

Arthelia

Arthelia is a feminine name of Greek origin, likely derived from 'Arthel' with the feminine suffix '-ia' added. It may relate to the Greek word 'artios' meaning 'complete' or 'perfect.' This uncommon…