10,000+ Girl Names That End in A
- Mirela
Origin:
SlavicMeaning:
"peace, world"Description:
Mirela is a name used in Romania and Croatia and is related to popular Mira.
- Nazia
Origin:
PakistaniMeaning:
"a woman of whom you can be proud"Description:
Nazia is a name seen in both Pakistan and India, which derives from the word naaz, meaning pride. It may be difficult to introduce this name into the West, given the first four letters, which is unfortunate given its lovely meaning. Nazia Hassan (a singer, lawyer and social activist) was probably the most famous woman with this name.
- Sarita
Origin:
Italian and Spanish, diminutive of SaraDescription:
Delicately pretty name all but unknown here.
- Laiba
Description:
Laiba is a beautiful feminine name of Arabic origin that has gained popularity among Muslim communities worldwide. The name means 'beautiful,' 'attractive,' or 'graceful' in Arabic. Some interpretations also suggest it means 'one who plays' or 'playful.' Laiba is particularly popular in Pakistan, where it has frequently ranked among the top girls' names, as well as in other countries with significant Muslim populations. Parents are drawn to Laiba for its melodious sound, positive meaning, and cultural significance. The name is relatively short yet distinctive, with a gentle flow created by the combination of the 'lai' and 'ba' sounds. Laiba represents qualities of beauty, grace, and joyfulness—all desirable attributes for a daughter.
- Pamina
Origin:
ItalianMeaning:
"little honey"Description:
This operatic Italian name -- it appears in Mozart's "The Magic Flute" -- is a more unusual route to the nickname Pam/Pammy.
- Saya
Origin:
Indian, JapaneseMeaning:
"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.
- Baya
Origin:
SpanishMeaning:
"berry"Description:
The Spanish word for "berry" makes a deliciously intriguing word name possibility.
- Brunhilda
Origin:
NorseMeaning:
"armed for battle"Description:
Variant of Brunhild, still clad in heavy armor. Though the heroine Brunhilda of Quentin Tarantino's recent film Django Unchained may have given this version of the name new appeal.
- Sirena
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"entangler"Description:
Sounds like Serena, but refers to the mythological sirens -- half woman, half bird -- who virtually sang men to death. Not a great role model for your little girl.
- Iria
Origin:
Portuguese variation of EireneMeaning:
"peace"Description:
Iria is a diminutive version of Eirene / Irene and is therefore associated with the Greek goddess of peace.
- Inanna
Origin:
MesopotamianMeaning:
"lady of heaven"Description:
An ancient Mesopotamian goddess of love, war and justice, with a name that fits modern tastes. In recent years it has become a rare but steady fixture near the bottom of the charts, and feels full of potential for parents looking for an offbeat name from mythology.
- Wenna
Origin:
CornishMeaning:
"white / fair"Description:
Wenna is an early Cornish forms of Gwen, belonging to two 5th-century Cornish saints. Wenna could also be a shortened form of Conwenna, another beautiful Cornish name.
- Clemensia
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"mild, merciful"Description:
With Clementine on the rise and Clemence and Clemency considered chic in Europe, this unusual Latinate option could be a fresh alternative. Clementia is another, more common, spelling.
- Nicandra
Origin:
Botanical name and feminine variation of Nicander, GreekMeaning:
"man of victory"Description:
Nicandra is the name of a plant known as apple-of-peru and also shoo-fly plant. It's also the feminine form of Nicander, an ancient Greek poet, physician, and grammarian.
- Maisa
Origin:
Finnish and Old Swedish form of Maria, Portuguese, Japanese, Georgian, ArabicMeaning:
"beloved; drop of the sea, bitter; beloved and famous in battle; dance + sand; born in May; walking with a proud gait"Description:
A truly international name with a multitude of origins.
- Carmella
Origin:
Italian and Spanish variation of Carmel, HebrewMeaning:
"garden"Description:
Most familiar as the name of Tony Soprano's wife, but she spelled it Carmela. In the contemporary US, both Carmella and Carmela are used in near-equal numbers, given to a total of about 300 baby girls last year.
- Kaisa
Description:
Kaisa is a feminine name with Finnish and Estonian origins, functioning as a variant of Katherine or Kaarina. Simple yet distinctive, this name carries a fresh, modern sound while maintaining traditional Nordic roots. In Finland, Kaisa has maintained moderate popularity for generations, appreciated for its straightforward pronunciation and spelling. The name reflects the characteristically concise style of Finnish naming traditions. Besides Finland and Estonia, Kaisa occasionally appears in other Scandinavian countries. The name's meaning connects back to Katherine's Greek origin signifying 'pure.' Kaisa exemplifies the elegant simplicity valued in Nordic naming customs while remaining accessible to international speakers.
- Kisa
Origin:
"cat"Meaning:
"cat"
- Nissa
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"to test"Description:
Feels truncated, as though a first syllable was snapped off.
- Vanna
Origin:
ItalianMeaning:
"god is gracious"Description:
Diminutive of the Italian Giovanna, or sometimes Vanessa or Ivanna.