Greek Names that Start With A

This spin on the "Alex" prefix was the 88th most popular girl name in Scotland in 1900.

Alexina

While this might sound like a compound name, blending Anna and Victoria — and perhaps someone has used it as such — it is in fact a Greek name meaning "royal", from the word anaktor, meaning "belonging to the king". It is notably borne by a lover of the ancient poet, Sappho, and the subject of her work, "The Anactoria Poem" (or the "Ode to Anactoria"), which explores beauty and love. 
 
A rare choice that has never appeared in the US stats, Anactoria nevertheless feels approachable and familiar. It has also gained additional literary credentials by being featured in a work by English poet, Algernon Charles Swinburne.
 
As for the original Anactoria, there is debate on whether it was her real name or not with some scholars speculating that it was a pseudonym for a woman called Anagora.

Anactoria

While Andrea — without the accent) — is still currently the favored spelling in France for boys, Andréa is an up-and-coming star, that ranked just outside the French Top 100 in a recent year. Notable bearers include footballer Andréa Dacourt and politician Andréa Kotarac. 


Andréa

The mythological Ares has been on the rise in the US in recent years, while in Lithuania, this variant of war god's name ranked in the Top 20 in the latest stats. Ultimately from the Greek Ares and via the Latinized Arius, Arijus means "bane" or "ruin", though others may suggest it is a short form of Aristoteles, meaning "the best purpose", or a variation of Aris, a Dutch diminutive of Adriaan.


Arijus

An alternative transcription of the floral Greek name Anthe, this spelling is notably used in the popular anime series, Revolutionary Girl Utena. Also associated with a Greek nymph of fair weather, with blossoming flowers, and a moon of Saturn, it could make a subtle pop-culture-inspired choice, for fans of the anime.

Anthy

Sleek and poetic, Alisander is a Medieval form of Alexander, notably appearing in Thomas Malory's Le Morte d'Arthur. An appealing choice to those who like the strength of Alexander, the literary feel of Lysander, and the sounds of Alistair and Cassander, it gets bonus points for also being a botanical name for boys. Used as a common name for the plant Smyrnium olusatrum, it has never appeared in the US stats.

Alisander

Ultimately derived from the Greek Alexius, Aliocha is the French form of the Russian name Alyosha. In Russia, it is used as a diminutive of Aleksey (meaning "defender, helper"), while in French, it might be used for Alexis. A notable bearer is actor Aliocha Schneider.

Aliocha

Just like its counterpart Athena, Atena has been on the rise in its native Italy, ranking in the Top 150 in a recent year. Derived from Greek, Athena is the goddess of wisdom, warfare, handicrafts, and courage, also associated with intelligence, owls, and olives. 



Atena

A melodic name with ties to mythology, Antiope was borne by a daughter of Ares and a sister to Melanippe, Orithyia, and Hippolyta, Queens of the Amazons. In some variations of the myth, she falls (willingly and freely) in love of with Theseus, who then abandons her, which leads to the Amazons attacking Athens; in other versions, she is abducted by Theseus and the Amazons attack Athens to rescue her.
 
Similar in sound to Calliope, Ianthe, and Xanthe, Antiope combines the Greek elements anti meaning "like" or "against" and ops meaning "voice", though other sources suggest the latter element is in fact opsis meaning "eye" or "looking". As such, the name could mean "like the voice", "against speech", "against look" or "looking at the other side".
 
In popular culture, Antiope appears in DC Comics as the aunt of Wonder Woman, and also features in the 2017 Wonder Woman movie, portrayed by Robin Wright. Antiope is additionally associated with a species of butterfly, better known as the Camberwell beauty of the mourning cloak.

Antiope

A rare Greek name, combining the name of the goddess of the moon and hunting with the element doron meaning "gift". It may appeal to those who like the mythological connections of Artemis but the clunky-cute vibes of Theodora or Dorothy. 
 
The name of an Egyptian Mummy from 90-100 A.D, found in the early 19th century, it could offer the nicknames Artie, Aria, Dora, and Dotty.

Artemidora

Blending the name of the goddess of the moon and hunting with doron meaning "gift", this rare Greek name was borne by a 2nd century author and diviner, famous for his work the Oneirocritica, or "The Interpretation of Dreams". 
 
Appearing multiple times in Ancient Greek history, it was also the name of various philosophers, early Olympians, painters and physicians. Today, it could be a bold choice and an interesting way to nicknames Teddy, Artie, Artem, Ross, Ari, and Aris.

Artemidoros

Alexandrina is the most elaborate and unusual of the Alex- girls's names.The real first name of Queen Victoria, who was given it in honor of her godfather, Alexander I of Russia (her childhood nickname was Drina), it would make a distinctive pick, even though some might find five syllables a bit much. It was particularly popular in Scotland in the 1930s.

Alexandrina

Annis and Anice are both antique variations of Agnes that have fallen out of use, perhaps because of pronunciation problems (ANN-is, or an-EES?)

Annis

A less floral form of Anthimos, Antim is a Bulgarian and Romanian variation of the Greek name. Derived from the element anthos, meaning "flower, blossom", this variant feels closer to Artem or Anton and may therefore feel more practical for every day usage.
 
Borne by the 17th century saint, Anthim the Iberian (known for both his language skills and founding on the first Georgian printing press), he gives his name to a Rugby Cup, contested whenever Romania and Georgia play against each other.
 
The name is also used in India, possibly as a form of Anthony or the Sanskrit antima meaning "last, final", often using in phrases such as "at last I've succeeded".

Antim

A name from mythology that also doubles up as a botanical choice, Agave has its roots in Greek the agauê meaning "high-born, illustrious, admirable". Borne by a daughter of Cadmus and the mother of Pentheus in Greek myth, as a word name, Agave usually refers to a succulent plant with large rosettes of pointed, fleshy leaves. It is popularly used to create the natural sweetener, agave syrup, and to make the alcohol tequila. 
 
The name has seen very occasional use in Indonesia, the US, Mexico, and Papua New Guinea, likely because it is connected to alcohol. Nevertheless, for a fictional character, a middle name, or the very bold namer, it might make an interesting mythological choice, with nicknames Aggie and Ava.

Agave

Not to be confused with the Biblical boy name of the same spelling, Anath is a Greek form of Anat, the name of a goddess from Semitic mythology. Meaning "water spring", she is the goddess of fertility, hunting, and war. The Anat spelling is more commonly used. 

Anath

Also appearing as Ariadna, Ariana, and Ariane across the globe, Ariadni is a the modern Greek form of the myhtological name. Meaning "most holy", Ariadne was the daughter of King Minos who helped Theseus escape the Minotaur, and later married the god Dionysus. 
 
This form is notably borne by Ariadni Adamopoulou, a Greek pole-vaulter, and by Ariadni Kidonis (Aria), a music artist, DJ, and social media influencer.

Ariadni

Possibly inspired by the French Azélie (a relative of Adelaide) or by the floral Azalea, Azeli is a contemporary choice which may appeal to fans of Azariah, Adelie, Ailani, Zaylee, and Nayeli. Pronounced as either A-ZEH-LEE or uh-ZAY-lee, it was chosen by artist and content creator Sage Corte (handandfire) in 2026.

Azeli

A variation of Alethea, the name given to the personification of truth in some versions of Greek myth. This particular form might help you to avoid the uh-LEE-thee-uh pronunciation, though it could cause confusion over whether it is said THAY-uh, TEH-uh or THEE-uh at the end. If it's the latter you're after, Alathea might be easier (and used slightly more often).



Alatheia

A floral and saintly choice, Anthusa derives from the Greek word athos meaning "flower", in turn connecting it to more familiar choices such Anthea and Xanthe. Also written as Anthousa, this Latinized form is associated with a number of saints, including Saint Anthusa of Constantinople (the patroness of convents and abbeys), and the earlier Saint Anthusa of Mantinea, for whom the former was named.

Anthusa

Greek names that start with the letter A for boys and girls, including Alexina, Anactoria, Andréa, Arijus, Anthy, Alisander, Aliocha, Atena, Antiope, Artemidora, Artemidoros, Alexandrina, Annis, Antim, Agave, Anath, Ariadni, Azeli, Alatheia, and Anthusa. (Page 8)

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