Names Ending in A for Boys

An appealing Hawaiian name with a lovely meaning and vibrant sound – reminiscent of rising Hawaiian stars Kai, Koa and Kainoa. It derives from the words ke "the" and aloha "love". Keahloha is also a common Hawaiian surname.

 A notable bearer is the first Poet Laureate of Hawaii, Steven Kealohapauʻole Hong-Ming Wong, known mononymously as Kealoha. James Kealoha was a Hawaii politician who was the first Lieutenant Governor of Hawaii. And Kealoha Pilares is an American football player.

Kealoha

Etera

Senyca is an uncommon masculine name with unclear etymological origins. It may be a creative modern invention or possibly derived from modified versions of names like Seneca (after the Roman philosopher) or Senica. The name has no widely established historical tradition or specific cultural association. Senyca remains extremely rare in usage statistics, appearing only sporadically in recent decades. The name's distinctive sound and spelling give it a contemporary feel, potentially appealing to parents seeking something unique. While lacking traditional heritage, Senyca offers a blank slate quality that allows individuals to define their own associations with the name. Its unusual quality makes it instantly memorable.

Senyca

A unisex name used in the Comanche Native American culture.

Esarosa

Janika is a masculine name with diverse cultural roots. Most commonly, it appears as a Hungarian and Finnish male variant of John (János/Johannes), meaning "God is gracious." In Estonian culture, it also exists as a male name. Despite being used for boys in these European contexts, Janika can cause confusion in English-speaking regions where the -ka suffix often signals feminine names. The name has remained relatively uncommon internationally but maintains steady usage within its traditional cultural spheres. Janika carries a melodic quality with its three syllables and conveys a sense of heritage and uniqueness for those connected to Hungarian, Finnish, or Estonian backgrounds. Its rarity in Western countries makes it a distinctive choice for parents seeking something uncommon yet traditional.

Janika

Form of Elisha or Eliseus, a prophet in Christianity, Judaism and Islam.

Elisa

Saula is a masculine name with diverse cultural origins. In Lithuanian contexts, it relates to 'saulė' meaning 'sun,' carrying associations with light and warmth. The name also appears in Finnish mythology and has variants in several Baltic languages. In some Spanish-speaking regions, it functions as a variant of Saul, the biblical king's name meaning 'asked for' or 'prayed for' in Hebrew. The feminine-appearing ending '-a' on a masculine name creates an interesting linguistic contrast in English-speaking contexts, though this pattern is common in many world languages. Saula has never been common enough to rank on popularity charts in English-speaking countries, remaining a distinctive choice. The name offers melodic quality with its flowing vowels while maintaining connections to ancient traditions, potentially appealing to parents seeking a name with both historical depth and uncommon status.

Saula

Elatha is the god of the Moon in Irish mythology. The contemporary Irish spelling would be Ealadha.

Elatha

Kirpa

Kiwa, one of the most popular Maori names for boys in New Zealand, is the name of several ocean guardians in Maori mythology. It's part of a poetic name for the Pacific ocean. 

Some sources cite a female mythological figure named Kiwa, the Polynesian goddess of shellfish.

Kiwa

The Bulgarian deity of the New Year — fitting for a baby due around the turn of the calendar year.

Koliada

German spelling of the Russian diminutive Kolya, from Nikolai.

Kolja

A unisex name in Nigeria, but one that will read as feminine in the US.

Efemena

Kosma

Sausha is an uncommon masculine name that may have originated as a variation of Sasha (itself a diminutive of Alexander) or possibly as a creative modern invention. The name has a soft sound despite its masculine attribution, with a melodic quality enhanced by the "sh" phoneme. Sausha has very limited documented usage in Western countries, making it an extremely rare choice. The spelling gives it a distinctive appearance while maintaining relatively intuitive pronunciation. The name might appeal to parents seeking something highly unusual with a gentle sound quality. Its rarity means a person named Sausha would have a truly distinctive identifier, though they might need to correct pronunciations or explain their name's origins throughout life.

Sausha

Jenda is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Czech and Slovak contexts, it functions as a diminutive form of Jan (the equivalent of John). The name also appears in some African cultures, particularly in Malawi and Zambia, where it may have different etymological roots. Jenda has a gentle yet distinctive sound, combining the familiarity of a J-beginning with an uncommon ending. Though rare in Western countries, the name has seen occasional use among families with Eastern European heritage or those seeking a unique but pronounceable option for their sons. The name carries a friendly, approachable quality while still maintaining a sense of individuality.

Jenda

An intriguing Hawaiian boy's name that has yet to make its way to the mainland.

Kupa’a

Dekowta is an unusual masculine name that appears to be a creative spelling variant of Dakota. While the traditional Dakota name comes from the Native American Sioux tribe and means 'friend' or 'ally,' this particular spelling adaptation (Dekowta) represents a modern naming trend of using alternative spellings to create distinctive versions of established names. The substitution of 'k' for 'c' and 'w' for 'o' gives the name a unique visual quality while maintaining similar pronunciation. This creative spelling is quite rare and likely emerged in recent decades as part of the trend toward personalized name variations. Parents might choose this spelling to offer their child a more distinctive identity while maintaining connection to the original name's cultural significance.

Dekowta

This variation of Cosmo is most commonly used in Slavic regions, notably Russia, Croatia, and Ukraine. 

Kuzma

The infamous name Dracula technically means "son of Dracul" but since Dracul means devil in modern Romanian, we thought we'd cut right to the chase.

But Dracul also means dragon. In Bram Stoker's 1897 novel, Count Dracula is Transylvanian royalty as well as a vampire.

Dracula

Boy names that end with A include one of the most popular names of the past generation, Joshua. And while longtime Number 1 boys' name Noah may not technically end in A, it does carry the A sound at the end.

Joshua, boy names ending with A in the US Top 1000

 include Luca, Dakota, Ezra, Ira, Asa, and Koa.

 include Elijah, Josiah, Jeremiah, and Isaiah.

While A used to be seen as too soft an ending for boys' names, today it's as acceptable as gender-neutral names or girl names borrowed from the boys.

Browse our entire roster of boy names that end with A here, ordered by current rank on Nameberry. 

Baby boy names that end with the letter A such as Ezra and Luca, along with popularity, origin, and meaning. (Page 39)

925+ Boy Names That End with A