10,000+ Girl Names That End in A
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Nenna
Literary name and Scandinavian
"daring"
Nenna is the name of the heroine of Penelope Fitzgerald's novel Offshore , but it's also sparingly used in Scandinavia as a variant of the name Nanna. Nanna is a diminutive of various names,…
Vajilla
Vajilla is an unusual feminine name that may derive from the Spanish word 'vajilla,' meaning 'tableware' or 'dishes.' While not traditionally used as a given name in Spanish-speaking cultures, it…
Christia
Short form of Christiana
"Christ's follower"
Christia is a rare Chris name that doesn't add much to the mix. We'd prefer lengthening Christia to Christiana or shortening it to Christa.
Kaena
Hawaiian
"praised"
Kaena is a pleasant sounding unisex Hawaiian place name, the westernmost point of the island of Oahu. In the computer-generated fantasy movie Kaena: The Prophecy , the character of Kaena is voiced by…
Sabbia
Italian
"sand"
If you're looking for a beachy name with an Italian accento.
Jeisa
Jeisa is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant spelling of Geisa, which has Brazilian Portuguese roots, or could be a modern creation inspired by combining elements of…
Zosma
Greek
"girdle"
The name of a star in the constellation of Leo, Zosma is an intriguing, celestial choice that could make an unexpected middle name option, especially for babies born under the lion sign. Meaning…
Lydda
Biblical place-name
Lydda is the name of a Biblical town whose similarity to Lydia makes it plausible as a first name. But if you're considering Lydda, we can't help but wonder: Why not just stick with Lydia?
Lamia
Arabic, Greek
"shining, radiant; throat"
Lamia is a name with two very different images: from its Arabic roots, it is a bright yet gentle choice with a glowing meaning. As a Greek name however, Lamia appears in mythology as a child-eating…
Samanda
American invented name
This smoosh between Samantha and Amanda might be in for some 'salamander' teasing.
Auretta
Italian
"light wind"
A pretty addition to the Au-girl names like Audrey, Aurora and Autumn. The beginning Aur syllable, which often relates to gold, makes this an appropriate and one of the more unusual names for autumn…
Amapola
Spanish
"poppy"
A rarely heard flower name, Amapola comes from the Spanish word for "poppy", in turn associating with name with remembrance and the months of August and November. Pronounced as a-ma-POH-la, with the…
Taciba
Taciba is a feminine name with Brazilian indigenous origins, specifically from the Tupi language. It carries the beautiful meaning of 'ant that flies' or sometimes interpreted as 'happiness' in…
Henna
Color name, Finnish feminization of Henry, English from German
"estate ruler"
Reddish dye that sounds as if it could be a real name — of the outdated, Old World, Yetta-Hedda variety.
Alzea
Modern invented name
Though rapper Chingy's (real name: Howard) Alzea is a boy, this name seems more appropriate for girls.
Ouisa
Diminutive of Louisa
"renowned warrior"
Wheezy short form of lovely name, featured in the movie "Steel Magnolias", spelled as Ouiser. Similar, literary Ouida is less breathy, while Lou, Lulu, Lula, Lissy or Whizz might appeal instead.
Semilla
Spanish
"seed"
Semilla, Spanish for "seed", could make an intriguing nature name.
Nicasia
Latin, female variation of Nicasio
"victorious"
An interesting and unusual member of the "Nic" family--far more distinctive than NICOLE or NICOLA.
Mucia
Latin, meaning unknown
The name of a high-born ancient Roman matrona who led a dramatic life--she was said to have had an affair with Julius Caesar--is similar to LUCIA, but not as attractive.
Amidala
Italian
"beautiful flower"
An attractive enough name, but for die-hard Star Wars fans only.