Names Ending in A for Girls

Though this name may seem unfamiliar and out of place these days, it enjoyed some use around the turn of the twentieth century. With little information about the history of this name available, it's most likely a feminized version of the word oath, implying truthfulness.

Oatha

Olima began as a surname, first seen in the US as the last name of immigrants from European countries including Italy and Portugal. While it hasn't seen much use as a given name, the feminine ending makes it a definite possibility, especially for speakers of the Romance languages.

Olima

By all accounts, Zerilda is a rare and archaic name. However, stranger names have been revived. With the rising popularity of Zelda—it reentered the US Top 1000 at Number 647 in 2015 after nearly fifty years off the list—Zerilda could gain some fringe attention. But don't count on it.

Zerilda

Though the etymology of this name is unclear, it had modest usage in the United States during the nineteenth century. Zerelda has a double connection to outlaw Jesse James: Zerelda James was his mother, and Zerelda Mimms was his wife and first cousin. Zerelda G. Wallace was a temperance activist and a women's suffragist during the same era. All three of these Zereldas were born in Kentucky.
 With the rising popularity of Zelda—it reentered the US Top 1000 at Number 647 in 2015 after nearly fifty years off the list—Zerelda could attract some attention as a longer form.

Zerelda

The rarely heard feminine version of the saint's name Cassian, this name is elegant and somewhat frilly, but holds the possibility of more straightforward nicknames like Cass, Cassie or Ana. With the rise of the whole group of names for both genders starting with the Cass sound, Cassiana has the potential to become one of the more visible <a href="https://nameberry.com/search/girls-names/c">girl names starting with C</a>.

Cassiana

Kalola certainly cutes up the somewhat dowdy 50s image of the name Carol. Plus it lends itself to the trendy "Lola" as a nickname.

Kalola

This Hawaiian name breathes new (warm) life into the traditional Cecilia and offers the added attraction of the spunky "Kiki" as an obvious nickname option.

Kikilia

Very similar to the more familiar Louisa.

Lujza

A mischievous choice for the naughty child, Arazoa has a pleasant sound and eye-catching look. Beware the confusion that is almost inevitable with Arizona.

Arazoa

Given her connection to the scorpion, Ishhara could be an interesting namesake for the little goddess born under the Scorpio zodiac.

Ishhara

No - not a creative spelling of Amber. Amba is an Indian name. Due to its meaning, Amba is a name often related with the Hindu goddess Parvati, who is a fertility deity.

Amba

Indian film producer  Ekta Kapoor is one notable bearer of this name. Just beware that some in the West may at first mis-hear this as Hector - not a reason to not use this meaningful name.

Ekta

Related to the Indian word and currency "rupee', Rupa derives its meaning from the ancient Sanskrit language, and can mean both silver and beautiful. Rupa also has strong historical and literary associations (as Rupa Bhawani was a noted 16th Century poetess and mystic) from Kashmir.

Rupa

While the masculine name Shyam is associated with the Hindu god Krishna, the feminine Shyama is sometimes associated as one of the wives of Shiva, or also seen as the name of a Jain goddess. Shyama (single name only) was a famous early Bollywood actress.

Shyama

Hibba is a feminine name with Arabic origins, derived from the word meaning 'gift' or 'present.' In Islamic tradition, the name carries spiritual significance as it reflects the concept of life being a gift from God. Hibba appears in various forms throughout Arabic-speaking regions and Muslim communities worldwide. The name has gained modest popularity in recent decades, particularly in Middle Eastern countries, North Africa, and among Muslim families globally. With its gentle sound and profound meaning, Hibba offers a balance of melodic quality and spiritual depth. The name's straightforward pronunciation and spelling make it accessible across cultures while maintaining its authentic Arabic roots. Hibba conveys gratitude, blessing, and the precious nature of existence.

Hibba

Janaina is a name used by Brazilians and Caribbean people to refer to a Yoruba goddess of pregnancy and motherhood but also the Virgin Mary.

Janaina

Singer Ruslana Stepanivna Lyzhychko, who goes by her first name, won the Eurovision contest in 2004 and remains a popular artist in Ukraine. 

Ruslana

Although there were two male Jadduas in the Bible, this would make an interesting option for a girl today.

Jaddua

An lesser-known member of the John-Joan family, though popular in its native habitat, has never emigrated, possibly due to its non-intuitive pronunciation.

Oana

Not to be confused with Marta, which is a variation of the Biblical Martha, this Swedish name is a diminutive of Margareta, in turn making it an international form of Margaret. It is a popular choice in Sweden and has appeared in the Top 100 since 2011.
 
Also spelled as Märtha, it has been used since at least the 14th century and has been borne by several members of Swedish nobility.

Märta

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 828)

10,000+ Girl Names That End in A