Names ending in a

Mariama is a feminine name of West African origin, particularly common in countries like Senegal, Gambia, and Guinea. It is the African variant of Mariam (Arabic form of Mary), ultimately deriving from Hebrew roots meaning "wished-for child," "rebellion," or "bitter." In many West African cultures, Mariama carries associations of maternal grace and spiritual devotion. The name gained international recognition through notable bearers like Mariama Bâ, the celebrated Senegalese author. While maintaining strong cultural connections to Africa and Islam, Mariama has begun to appear in multicultural communities worldwide. The rhythmic four syllables give the name a melodious quality, while its familiar echoes of Mary make it accessible across cultures while still honoring African heritage.

Mariama

Dora is poised for a comeback, right behind Laura, Nora, Cora, and Flora. First-time parents who haven't watched cartoons in a couple of decades should be aware of the Dora the Explorer connection, which has its pluses and minuses. 
 Dora became popular during the Victorian era largely via Dora Spenlow, the "child-wife of Dickens's David Copperfield. Two noted real-life bearers were Dora Maar (born Henriette), a Picasso model and muse, and Dora Carrington, a British painter who was a member of the Bloomsbury Group. The name suffered a bit of a setback from being the title of the long-running comic strip, Dumb Dora.. 
 While Dora can stand on its own, it can also be short for Dorothea, Dorothy, or Theodora. Dory is a cute diminutive.

Dora

A fresh feeling elaboration of Eva or Eve, in the style of Liliana or Eliana. It could be considered a compound name too, blending Eve and Ana, giving it the meaning "life and grace" or "graceful life".

Eviana

Looking for a discreet poetic name? Extremely popular Indian actress Kavya Madhavan is a notable bearer of this lovely Indian name.

Kavya

Maiya is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Sanskrit, it relates to 'illusion' or 'magic,' while in Hebrew it can mean 'wished-for child.' It's also found in Japanese culture where it might be connected to the word for 'dance.' The name has gained modest popularity in recent decades as parents seek distinctive yet approachable alternatives to more common names like Maya or Maia. Maiya offers a fresh twist on these similar names while maintaining an easy pronunciation. Its cross-cultural presence gives it versatility and broad appeal. The name has a gentle, flowing quality with its soft consonants and vowel sounds, contributing to its increasingly favorable reception.

Maiya

Rena is a Hebrew name all on its own and is also a European short form of Irene, Irini, Renata, and Renate. In Punjabi, Rena means "to remain".

Rena

Aaradhya is a feminine name of Sanskrit origin popular in Indian culture. The name means 'one who is worthy of worship' or 'the adorable one,' deriving from the word 'aradhana' meaning worship or prayer. This beautiful name has gained international recognition in recent years, partly due to its selection by Indian film stars Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan for their daughter in 2011. The double 'a' beginning is a common feature in transliterated Sanskrit names, creating a distinctive appearance. Aaradhya carries spiritual connotations in Hindu culture, suggesting someone deserving of reverence and adoration. The name combines melodic sounds with deep cultural significance.

Aaradhya

A male Biblical name meaning healer, Asa is also an international gem. In Japanese, it means "(born in the) morning". And in Scandinavia, where it's generally spelled Åsa or Ása and pronounced O-sa, it's a popular diminutive form of Old Norse names beginning with the element áss "god".

Aurelia and Aurora meet Aubriella and Gabriella in this elaborate, golden name. First appearing in the US stats back in 2005, a recent year saw it given 74 girls.

Auriella

Ada and Ida soundalike that has two wonderful potential meanings. A famous bearer is American model and actress Ayda Field.

Ayda

Azora is related to the English Azure, with both used as baby names these days. Azora, which sounds more like a name, was given to about 70 baby girls in the US last year, while Azure was given to 30 boys and 13 girls.

Azure is the English word for the sky blue color derived from the lapis lazuli gemstone.

Azora

Laina owes is popularity not to mother name Elaine but to the much-more-popular Lainey, a fixture in the US Top 100 and still rising. Laina was used for about 100 baby girls last year.

Laina, Lainey, and Laine might make contemporary honor names for grandma Helen or Ellen, from which they ultimately derive.

Laina

Leana is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant of Liana, derived from the Latin 'ligare' meaning 'to bind,' or it could be related to Helena or Eileen, ultimately stemming from Greek roots meaning 'shining light' or 'torch.' In some cultures, it's considered a diminutive of names like Angelina or Carolina. Leana has a gentle, flowing quality that has given it modest but consistent usage across different cultures. The name's brevity and melodic sound make it appealing to modern parents looking for something feminine but straightforward. With its soft consonants and open vowel sounds, Leana strikes a balance between familiar and distinctive.

Leana

Perfect <a href="https://nameberry.com/list/412/christmas-baby-names">name for a little girl born at Christmas</a>. Its many variations and pet forms include Natalia, Nataliya, Natalie, Nataly, Natascha, Talya, Talia, Tasha and Tasya.

Natalya

Well, parents are naming their children Eden and Heaven...so why not?

Nirvana

This international variation of the popular Elijah might also be written as Iliya, Ilya, Ilja, and Ilija. It is currently a unisex option in the US. 

Ilia

Amaira is a beautiful feminine name with diverse cultural connections. In Sanskrit, it relates to concepts of immortality and eternal beauty, derived from "amara" meaning "immortal." In Hebrew contexts, it may connect to "amar" meaning "to speak" or "to say." The name has gained modest popularity in India and among international parents seeking names with cross-cultural appeal. Amaira emerged more prominently in the early 2000s, appreciated for its melodic sound and exotic feel while remaining relatively easy to pronounce. The name conveys qualities of timelessness, beauty, and eloquence. Its flowing phonetics and positive associations make it an attractive choice for parents seeking a name that feels both distinctive and meaningful.

Amaira

This elaboration of the Arabic amīn, meaning "trustworthy" or "to feel safe" was a fast riser in 2022, but has yet to crack the Top 1000. Latvian musical artist Aminata Savadogo's 2021 song "It's Written in the Heavens (Milky Way)" was nominated for Song of the Year at the 2022 Latvian Music Recording Awards, potentially bringing the name into the spotlight.

Aminata

The feminine form of Avelino, a Spanish name after the Italian saint Andrea Avellino (which in itself comes from an Italian town also named Avellino). It was fairly well-used in Spain in the first half of the 20th century

Avelina

Aziza is a zippy palindromic choice that is the female variation of Aziz and is found in several Middle Eastern and African languages and cultures. All in all, an attractive and interesting option; a Turkish variation is Azize.
<p<>In African mythology, the Azizi are a supernatural race of forest dwellers who give practical and spiritual advice.
 Aziz is the male version, as represented by Aziz Ansari, one of the stars of Parks and Recreation.