Names ending in a

Nakota

Nakota is a masculine name derived from Native American heritage, specifically referring to one of the three major divisions of the Sioux people (alongside Dakota and Lakota). The name means 'friend'…

Namaka

Hawaiian

"eyes"

For a baby with beautiful eyes.

Nashua

Place name from Penacook

"beautiful stream with a pebbly bottom"

The name of a city in New Hampshire which takes its name from the Nashua River, named by the Indigenous Algonquian tribe the Nashuway or Nashua. A striking alternative to Joshua.

Nechemia

Nechemia is a masculine name of Hebrew origin, derived from the biblical figure Nehemiah, whose name means 'comforted by God' or 'God consoles.' This spelling variation incorporates the 'ch' sound…

Neyamia

Neyamia is an uncommon masculine name with possible Native American or modern invented origins. The name has a melodic quality with its flowing syllables and unique combination of sounds. While its…

Nehmia

Nehmia is a masculine name representing a variant spelling of Nehemiah, which derives from Hebrew origins meaning 'comforted by God' or 'God consoles.' The biblical Nehemiah was a significant figure…

Nechemya

Nechemya is a Hebrew masculine name (נְחֶמְיָה) meaning 'comforted by God' or 'God is my comfort.' This name carries significant biblical importance as Nehemiah was a prominent figure in the Old…

Neruda

Literary name, Czech

"bad-tempered"

Evocative of the great Nobel Prize winning poet Pablo Neruda, real last name Basoalito, who took on the surname Neruda to honor a Czech poet of that name. One of the most poetic and arty boy names…

Nevada

Spanish place-name

"covered in snow"

Western place-name that feels equally appropriate for both genders. Note: Natives say rhyme that second syllable with had, so it's not nehv-AH-da.

Navada

Navada is an uncommon masculine name that likely draws inspiration from the Western U.S. state of Nevada, which derives from Spanish terminology meaning "snow-covered." Unlike the state spelling,…

Nikodema

Nikodema is a masculine name of Greek origin, representing the male form of Nicodemus, which combines the elements 'nike' meaning 'victory' and 'demos' meaning 'people' – thus translating to 'victory…

Nicola

Italian

"people of victory"

Nicola may be more familiar as a female name in English-speaking countries, but it's a popular classic choice for Italian baby boys – currently just outside the Top 50 there. A historic bearer is…

Nikka

Nikka is a masculine name with diverse cultural origins. In Finnish contexts, it may function as a diminutive of Nikolai or Nicholas, meaning 'victory of the people.' The name also appears in…

Nikita

Russian cognate of Greek Aniketos

"unconquered"

A popular choice in Russia, Nikita is a sharp, zippy choice that became heavily associated with the Soviet leader Nikita Khrushchev in the 50s and 60s. Derived from the Greek name Niketas meaning…

Niria

Niria is typically a feminine name, though it appears listed as masculine in some collections. This melodic name may have multiple origins, potentially deriving from the Greek 'Nereis,' referring to…

Nata

Nata is a versatile masculine name with multicultural origins. In Slavic countries, particularly Russia, it functions as a diminutive of Natalia or Natasha, though these are typically feminine names.…

Nohea

Hawaiian

"handsome"

Any name that means handsome has something going for it, and Nohea may appeal especially due to its proximity to the popular Noah.

Noha

Variation of Nohar, Nuha, or Nohara, Hebrew, Arabic, Assyrian

"soft light; mind, wisdom; illumination"

Noha is a multicultural, gender-neutral choice, with a bright but gentle feel. As a Hebrew and Assyrian name, it is associated with light and illumination, whereas as an Arabic name, it is used as a…

Nurya

Nurya is primarily used as a masculine name, though it may occasionally appear as feminine in some cultures. The name has Arabic origins, derived from 'nur' meaning 'light' or 'illumination,' a…

Nuriya

Nuriya is traditionally a feminine name in many cultures but has some usage as a masculine name as well. It has Arabic origins, derived from 'nur' meaning 'light' or 'illumination,' making it a name…