Names Ending in A for Girls

This name of a Buddhist goddess, a possible alternative to the trendy Maya, was chosen for their daughter by Laura Dern and Ben Harper. Jaya is simple yet unusual, a winning combination, and one of the out-of-the-box <a href="https://nameberry.com/list/433/goddess-baby-names">goddess names</a> as well as one of the most easily translated <a href="https://nameberry.com/baby-names/539/hindi-names-for-girls">Hindi names for girls</a>.

Jaya

With its relation to Mount Olympus, home of the Greek gods, and to the Olympic games, this name has an athletic, goddess-like aura, making it the perfect Olivia substitute.
 A well-known art reference is the famous 1865 painting of a reclining nude by Edouard Manet titled Olympia. Contemporary bearers include former Maine Republican Senator Olympia Snowe and actress Olympia Dukakis.

Olympia

Priscila is a variant spelling of Priscilla, a name with Latin origins meaning 'ancient' or 'venerable.' This single-L spelling is more common in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries. The name carries biblical significance as Priscilla appears in the New Testament as an early Christian who, along with her husband Aquila, was a friend and supporter of the apostle Paul. Priscila has a graceful, feminine quality with its flowing sounds and classical roots. While the traditional Priscilla peaked in popularity in the United States during the 1940s, Priscila offers a slightly more modern and international feel. The name suggests elegance and dignity while remaining approachable with nicknames like Prissy, Cila, or Cilla.

Priscila

Samiya is a name used by parents of both Arabic and African ancestry.  Spelling variations include Samiyah, Samiah, and Samia.

Samiya

Zayla is a modern invention that's ranked on the US Top 1000 for the past few years. Variation Zaila is still far from that milestone, but however you spell it, this is a name that's rising.

Zaila

Long more associated with the New York Waldorf- hotel and the neighborhood in Queens than as a baby name, Astoria is finally beginning to emerge from their shadow and find favor with parents looking to move beyond Brooklyn. The name Astoria is drawn from the surname of titan of industry John Jacob Astor, theorized to mean "hawk."

Astoria

Bea is a former old lady name that's cute again as a short form — and is now beginning to stand on its own. Bee is a variation that, like Bea, can work as a diminutive for any name that starts with the letter B, or in the middle. Bea actually stood alone on the popularity lists for four years at the beginning of the twentieth century — and it could happen again.
 Golden Girl Bea Arthur was born a Bernice.

Evana is an intriguing feminization, but will often be mistaken for the better-known Ivana, thanks to the first Mrs. Trump.

Evana

This very unusual name, also related to Hannah, was chosen for his daughter by Vin Diesel.

Hania

Once rare, this streamlined form of Jessica has been boosted by two very different television figures: the Jemima Kirke character on HBO series Girls, and reality television daughter Jessa Duggar. 
 
Jessa is far less familiar than former favorite Jessica, a name now solidly in mom-name territory in the US. And yet, it might be too soon for Jessa to feel fresh. Jessamy or Jessamine might be more promising alternatives.

Jessa

The hurricane blew this one out of the realm of possibility. 

Katrina

Lyana is a beautiful feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant of 'Liana,' derived from the Latin 'ligare' meaning 'to bind,' or a feminine form of 'Lian,' which has Chinese roots meaning 'graceful willow.' Alternatively, it could be a variation of 'Leanna' or 'Liana,' which have Hebrew connections meaning 'my God has answered.' The name has a gentle, flowing quality that gives it an ethereal and elegant feel. While not among the most common names, Lyana has been gaining modest popularity in recent years as parents seek names that are both distinctive and melodious. The name's cross-cultural appeal and soft pronunciation make it an increasingly attractive choice for baby girls.

Lyana

Mahira

Short, sweet, and sparky, Nava has been slowly climbing up the US popularity charts in recent years, owing perhaps to its similarity to Nova, Ava, Navy, and Nevaeh. Used quietly but consistently from the 80s onwards, Nava was given to nearly 80 girls in 2023.
 
A name with two separate origins, in Hebrew, it comes from the word navah meaning "beautiful, comely" or "comfortable". In Spanish, it is a place-inspired name, used as either a variation of Navarra meaning "from Navarre" or as a nod to Nava - the name of cities in both Spain and Mexico. Likely deriving from the Basque word naba, Nava is theorized to mean "plain or valley next to the mountain", and is used as both a given name and a surname.
 
Mexican actress Nava Mau, known for starring in the dark British comedy Baby Reindeer is a notable bearer and may have chosen her name to honor her mother, Rae-Ellen Levy Navarro.

Nava

Stylish and sweet, Noura is a strictly feminine form of the Arabic Nur. A name that could work well in various cultures and languages, Noura means "light" and is derived from one of 99 Names of Allah in Islamic tradition, al-Nūr.
 
A fast rising choice in the UK in 2023, it is notably borne by Saudi royal and business woman, Noura bint Mohammed Al Saud and by Emirati politician Noura Al Kaabi.

Noura

Batsheva is a feminine Hebrew name meaning 'daughter of oath' or 'daughter of seven,' with the number seven holding special significance in Jewish tradition as representing completeness and blessing. In the Bible, Bathsheba was the wife of King David and mother of King Solomon. The spelling 'Batsheva' reflects the modern Hebrew pronunciation rather than the anglicized 'Bathsheba.' The name is particularly popular in Jewish communities, especially among Orthodox families. Batsheva carries deep religious and cultural significance, connecting its bearers to ancient biblical heritage. While not common in mainstream Western naming, it has maintained consistent usage in Israel and Jewish diaspora communities, representing tradition, faith, and cultural continuity.

Batsheva

Bracha is literally the Hebrew word for blessing. It's rarely put on the birth certificate in the US, although many Jewish girls carry it as their Hebrew name.

Bracha

Pam was a somewhat pampered prom queen of the sixties who was never called by her full name, which is a pity because Pamela is so mellifluous and rich in literary history. A Top 25 name from the late 1940's through the late 60's, Pamela has just, sadly, dropped out of the Top 1000. 
 Pamela was first used by Elizabethan poet Sir Philip Sidney in his sixteenth century pastoral epic Arcadia, but it was Samuel Richardson's enormously popular novel Pamela, or Virtue Rewarded two centuries later that really promoted it.
Rarely used now, Pamela might almost be ready for a revival, and the appealing Pam (wife of Jim, the male-equivalent name) on The Office may help bring it back. 
 But no, we won't be recommending the name of Pamela's partner--Linda.

Pamela

A warm-sounding Arabic name with a gentle meaning, mentioned frequently in the Quran.

Rahma

Susana is a feminine name with Hebrew and Spanish origins, being a Latin variant of Susannah, derived from the Hebrew name Shoshana meaning "lily" or "rose." This elegant name appears in biblical tradition as the virtuous and beautiful Susanna in the Book of Daniel. Widely used throughout Spanish-speaking countries and Portugal, Susana has a timeless quality that has maintained steady popularity across generations. The name blends melodious sounds with a rich historical legacy, making it both accessible and meaningful. While less common in English-speaking countries than Susan or Suzanne, Susana offers a more romantic, international flair. The name's association with flowers gives it connotations of natural beauty, purity, and grace. Its cross-cultural appeal makes it recognizable worldwide while maintaining distinctive character.

Susana

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 40)

10,000+ Girl Names That End in A