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10,000+ Girl Names That End in A

  1. Lilya

    • Description:

      Lilya is a charming feminine name with Slavic and Russian origins, functioning as a diminutive of Liliya, the Russian form of Lily. The name ultimately connects to the lily flower, a symbol of purity, innocence, and beauty across many cultures. Lilya has been used traditionally in Eastern European countries including Russia, Ukraine, and Belarus. The name carries a delicate, feminine quality while maintaining a distinctive international character. Though less common in Western countries, it has gained some recognition through cultural exchange and immigration. Lilya offers parents a name that feels both familiar yet unique, with its connection to the popular 'Lily' family while maintaining its own cultural identity.

  2. Fala

    • Origin:

      Choctaw, Native American

    • Meaning:

      "crow"

    • Description:

      A strong and simple nature name from the Choctaw culture.
  3. Mora

    • Origin:

      Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "blackberry"

    • Description:

      Intriguing derivation, though people will assume it's a simplified form of Maura.
  4. Sonja

    • Description:

      Sonja is a feminine name of Slavic origin, representing a Russian and Scandinavian variant of Sophia, which means 'wisdom.' Popular throughout Northern and Eastern Europe, particularly in countries like Sweden, Norway, Russia, and Germany, Sonja has a rich cultural heritage. The name gained international recognition through figures like Sonja Henie, the Norwegian Olympic figure skating champion. In the United States, the name saw its peak popularity in the 1940s and 1950s, though it has remained a consistent if uncommon choice. Sonja offers a balance of strength and femininity with its soft sound but strong consonants. The name carries an air of sophistication and international flair while remaining straightforward to pronounce across many languages and cultures.

  5. America

    • Origin:

      Place-name

    • Description:

      Given to children of both sexes as far back as colonial times, this carries a lot of baggage. However, parents continue to take the risk. Actress America Ferrera may be have inspired some families to choose the name. Ferrera's Honduras-born mother shares her unusual name.
  6. Cirilla

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Cyrilla, Latin

    • Meaning:

      "lordly"

    • Description:

      This obscure antiquated name is finding new life thanks to The Witcher series, whose heroine is named Princess Cirilla, nickname Ciri. The feminine form of Cyril, Cirilla has now surpassed the original Cyrilla in usage, given to 40 baby girls in the US in 2021 vs. only 10 called Cyrilla. We eonder how many parents will call their daughters Ciri.
  7. Montana

    • Origin:

      Spanish place-name

    • Meaning:

      "mountainous"

    • Description:

      Overly trendy western place-name, as stated in the title of our book Beyond Jennifer & Jason, Madison & Montana.
  8. Malena

    • Description:

      Malena is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Spanish, it's often used as a diminutive of Magdalena, deriving from Mary Magdalene in the New Testament. In Greek contexts, it relates to meanings of 'light' or 'bright.' The name has gained popularity in Latin American countries and is increasingly recognized internationally. Malena has a melodic quality that contributes to its appeal, with three flowing syllables that give it a gentle rhythm. The actress Malena Alterio and the film 'Malena' starring Monica Bellucci have added to the name's cultural visibility. The name offers a balance of familiarity and distinctiveness, making it accessible while still feeling somewhat uncommon in many Western countries.
  9. Hedda

    • Origin:

      Scandinavian, diminutive of Hedvig

    • Description:

      Hedda is a card-carrying member of the league of older, slightly bohemian urban names like Nedda, Andra, and Petra; also linked to Ibsen heroine Hedda Gabler, as well as being the basis of cruel joke names like Hedda Hare.
  10. Roa

    • Origin:

      Spanish and Catalan surname

    • Meaning:

      "arched wood that forms a bow"

    • Description:

      This Catalan and Spanish surname is derived from the Spanish word "rueda" from the Latin "rota," meaning "arched wood that forms a bow."
  11. Adhara

    • Origin:

      Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "virgins"

    • Description:

      Adhara is the name of one of the brightest stars in the sky. Also known as Adara, this name is perfectly suitable for a child.
  12. Tanya

    • Origin:

      Russian diminutive of Tatiana

    • Description:

      Long integrated into the U. S. name pool but still retaining some Slavic flavor, Tanya feels a bit tired; it's ready for replacement by cooler Russian choices like Sasha, Mischa, or parent name Tatiana.
  13. Medora

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "mother's gift"

    • Description:

      Medora is a Greek name much less common here than, say, Melanie or Melissa. It has some literary references, including as the beautiful and passionate heroine of Lord Byron's poem The Corsair, and in Edith Wharton's The Age of Innocence, there is a character named Marchioness Melora Manson.
  14. Malaya

    • Origin:

      Filipino

    • Meaning:

      "free"

    • Description:

      Deriving from the same East Asian root as Malaysia and Malay, Malaya is a name that recalls the more popular Maya and the name of 2014 Nobel Peace Laureate Malala Yousafzai. It first appeared in the US Top 1000 in 2006.
  15. Cera

    • Origin:

      Variation of Sera, which is a variation of Sarah or Seraphina, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "princess or angel"

    • Description:

      How can a strong simple name like Cera remain so uncommon? Only five baby girls were named Cera in the US last year.
  16. Klea

    • Origin:

      Modern form of Kleio, Ancient Greek

    • Meaning:

      "glory"

    • Description:

      Klea was not used in ancient times, but can probably be connected to the Ancient Greek name Kleio, one of the nine Muses in mythology, and of couse also to Cleo. Meaning "glory", these names are distantly related to the Latin Clara.
  17. Aruna

    • Origin:

      Sanskrit, Japanese

    • Meaning:

      "reddish-brown; Asian moon"

    • Description:

      In Hinduism, the god Aruna is the charioteer who drives the sun god Surya across the sky. Aruna is both the traditional masculine form of the name (modernized as Arun) and its feminization.
  18. Vika

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Viktoria, Russian from Latin

    • Meaning:

      "victory"

    • Description:

      Fresher and more exciting than Vicki or Tori.
  19. Wrenna

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "wren"

    • Description:

      The Old English word for a (male) wren, generally used as an elaboration of Wren.
  20. Saya

    • Origin:

      Indian, Japanese

    • Meaning:

      "shadow; sand"

    • Description:

      A name of both Japanese and Hindi origin, Saya has a bright, sharp sound, reminiscent of Maia and Kaia. Borne by Olympian BMX racer, Saya Sakakibara, wrestler Saya Kamitani, and by weather presenter, Saya Hiyama who went viral after a clip of her switching from light-hearted banter to an earthquake warning became an internet phenomenon, Saya has also been used for characters in a variety of Japanese media.