Names Ending in A for Girls

Dionna is a feminine given name that appears to be a variant of Dionne or Diana. The name likely derives from Greek origins, where it relates to the divine feminine or to the goddess of the hunt, Diana. It may also be connected to the Greek name Dion, meaning "of Zeus." Dionna gained moderate popularity in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s, with usage continuing into subsequent decades. The name may have received a boost in recognition from famous bearers like Dionne Warwick, though spelled differently. Dionna has a melodic quality with its flowing vowel sounds, which contributes to its appeal. While not among the most common names, Dionna has maintained consistent usage across diverse communities in the United States and shows creative adaptation of classical naming elements.

Dionna

Drusilla is an ancient Roman name, (probably) borne by descendants of Antony and Cleopatra, and is one of the 'illa' names that are ready for a comeback, especially with its cute short form Dru.
 Drusilla appears in the New Testament as the wife of Felix (twin alert?), and later made appearances in Thomas Hardy's Jude the Obscure, Wilkie Collins's The Moonstone and Faulkner's The Unvanquished. Drusilla is a vampire in Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel, and was a long-running character on the soap The Young and the Restlass. 
 An alternate spelling is Drucilla.

Drusilla

A succinct and approachable name with a sweeping meaning, Duniya may also be written as Dunya, Dunia, and Dounia. 


Duniya

Edelina

Edwina may still be taking tea in the parlor, but we can see her joining friends like Matilda and Josephine for a comeback, especially if pronounced like Edwin rather than Edween. 
 She had a very non-vintage-mauve image in the Coen brothers' cult favorite, Raising Arizona, in which Holly Hunter played a police officer named Edwina who was usually called Ed.
 Edwina was on the Social Security list every year through 1969, reaching a high of 378 in 1943.

Edwina

Eera

Elaysha

The site of Napoleon's exile became the great-great-aunt in the purple hat. 

Elba

Elisea

An early form of Elizabeth, especially used to refer to the wife of Aaron in the Old Testament.

Elisheba

Elliahna

Ellionna

Intriguing twist on several familiar names, though many people will mistake this for Elsa, Eliza, and so on. 

Elza

Emiliya

Emilliana

Ernestina is a feminine name derived from the Germanic masculine name Ernest, which means "serious," "resolute," or "battle to the death." This elegant feminine form adds Latin-based feminine suffix "-ina" to create a name that balances strength with grace. Popular throughout European countries, particularly in Italy, Spain, and Portugal, Ernestina reached its peak popularity in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The name offers several friendly nicknames including Tina, Erna, or Nessie. While less common among recent generations, Ernestina represents the classic tradition of feminizing masculine names. The name carries an air of vintage sophistication that may appeal to parents drawn to reviving elegant names from earlier eras. Notable bearers include Mexican artist Ernestina Garfias and Portuguese writer Ernestina de Champourcin.

Ernestina

Evita

Gaela is a feminine name with Celtic origins, likely derived from the Gaelic culture or language. It may be considered a feminine form of Gael, referring to a Celtic speaker or person of Celtic descent. The name evokes connections to the rich heritage of Ireland, Scotland, and other Celtic regions, with their mystical landscapes and ancient traditions. Gaela remains uncommon in English-speaking countries, giving it a distinctive quality. Its flowing sound with soft vowels creates a melodious, feminine feel. Parents might choose this name to honor Celtic ancestry or simply for its lyrical quality and unique character, as it offers a beautiful alternative to more common Celtic-inspired names like Siobhan or Fiona.

Gaela

Galena is the feminine of the Galen, which means calm. Galena is also a mineral-related name, a type of lead.

Galena

Commonly used in Russia, has an Old World Slavic feel.   The original Galen can be used for girls as well as boys.

Galina

Girl names that end in A are a populous and stylish group. A third of all names given to baby girls in the US today end with the letter A.

: Emma, Olivia, Ava, Isabella, Sophia, Mia, and Amelia. Other 

 girl names ending in A in the US Top 100

 include the Latin favorite Camila, the operatic Aria, the exotic Layla, and the down-to-earth Nora.

unique and uncommon girl names that end with the letter A

. Favorites include the august Eleonora, the biblical Susanna, and the multicultural Tula.

, while in The Netherlands it's Anna, in Spain Lucia, and in Sweden Maja.

, Nameberry's complete collection, ordered by their current popularity on Nameberry. 

Names for baby girls that end in the letter A, including popular female names ending in A such as Olivia and Sophia along with unique girl A-ending names such as Galya and Wisteria, with meanings, origins, and popularity (Page 157)

10,000+ Girl Names That End in A