Names ending in a
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Brittanya
Brittanya is a feminine name that represents a creative variation of Brittany, which originally referred to a region in northwestern France and the people who lived there. With its distinctive…
Brixta
Celtic
"magic"
The Celtic goddess of mineral springs.
Briza
Briza is a feminine name of Spanish origin meaning "breeze." This lyrical name evokes images of gentle, refreshing winds and carries a natural, peaceful quality. While not among the most common…
Brocha
Brocha is a feminine name with Jewish origins, primarily used in Yiddish-speaking and Orthodox Jewish communities. The name derives from the Hebrew word for 'blessing' (ברכה, 'bracha'), reflecting…
Bromlea
Bromlea is an uncommon masculine name likely derived from English toponymic origins. It appears to combine 'brom' (from Old English 'brom' meaning broom plant or gorse) with 'lea' (meaning meadow or…
Brona
Irish
"sorrow"
Brona is an Anglicized form of Bronach or Bronagh, the name of a sixth century mystic and follower of Saint Patrick. The name is attracting some modern notice in the US via the character Brona Croft…
Anisa
Arabic
"good-natured"
Phonetic spelling of the Muslim Aanisah, chosen by singer Macy Gray for one of her daughters.
Alethia
Alethia is a feminine name derived from the Greek word 'aletheia,' meaning 'truth' or 'disclosure.' In ancient Greek philosophy, particularly in the works of Plato and Heidegger, aletheia represents…
Anina
German, Aramaic
"grace; let my prayer be answered"
This pretty palindrome name is rarely heard in the US, but could make an interesting namesake for an aunt or grandma Ann. It's also a German diminutive form of Anna.
Anima
Latin; Sanskrit
"soul; tiny"
Anima is a name that could work in so many languages, blessed as it is with easy spelling and pronunciation. It works equally well in the East and in the West, as its roots can either come from…
Aletheia
Aletheia is a feminine name of Greek origin meaning 'truth' or 'disclosure.' In Greek philosophy and mythology, Aletheia was personified as the spirit of truth, sincerity, and frankness. The name…
Agota
Lithuanian, from Greek
"good woman"
A sharp and intriguing Lithuanian form of Agatha.
Adda
Welsh form of Adam
Adda is the name of the first man in the Welsh Bible, but it is rarely used in its homeland nowadays. Once you know how to pronounce it, it's a soft-sounding name that would make an interesting…
Aniela
Polish
"angel"
What a difference one letter makes - the somewhat tired, though still heavenly Angela, gets a makeover as sweet and subtle Aniela. Popular in its native Poland where it ranks in the Top 100, it is…
Alethea
Greek
"truth"
Alethea, the name of the Greek goddess of truth, came into fashion in England in the 16th century, in tandem with the virtue names. Alethea may find new favor now, thanks to its similarity to Athena,…
Anida
Anida is a feminine name with multiple potential origins. It may be a variation of the Spanish name Aida, which has Egyptian roots meaning 'returning visitor,' or it could derive from Germanic…
Anicuta
Anicuta is a feminine name with Romanian origins, functioning as an affectionate diminutive form of Ana (Anne). The suffix '-icuta' is a Romanian diminutive marker that adds a sense of endearment and…
Aletha
Aletha is a feminine name with ancient Greek origins, derived from 'aletheia' meaning 'truth' or 'sincerity.' This elegant and uncommon name carries philosophical associations with truth-seeking and…
Agnola
Agnola is a feminine name of Italian origin, likely derived as a variation of Agnese (Agnes), which comes from the Greek word 'hagnos' meaning 'pure' or 'chaste.' This relatively uncommon name…
Anicka
Anicka is a feminine name with Slavic origins, particularly common in Czech and Slovak cultures. It functions as a diminutive of Anna, meaning 'grace' or 'favor.' The suffix '-icka' adds an…