Unique Girl Names Ending with A
- Agata
Origin:
Italian, Spanish, Swedish, Polish, Slovene, Russian, Croatian, Serbian variation of AgathaDescription:
Agata is an Agatha form widely used throughout Europe. And the hard t may be more appealing to your ear than the th sound.
- Kalila
Origin:
ArabicMeaning:
"beloved"Description:
The lilting name of a range of mythical mountains, with an extensive menu of spellings, and a more unusual way of fitting in with current favorites Lila and Lola.
- Beata
Origin:
Swedish, German, Italian, from LatinMeaning:
"blessed"Description:
Beata, a Latinate saint's name, has been widely used primarily by Roman Catholics in several European countries, but is rarely heard in English-speaking countries. Playground alert: could be mispronounced Beeta.
- Delphinia
Description:
Delphinia is a feminine name with Greek origins, derived from 'Delphi,' the sacred site in ancient Greece famous for its oracle. The name is connected to Apollo, who was called 'Delphinian Apollo' after transforming himself into a dolphin. Delphinia can also be associated with the delphinium flower, known for its striking blue color. This elegant, classical name has never been common but appeals to parents drawn to botanical names with historical depth. It has a flowing, feminine quality with its soft consonants and musical rhythm. Delphinia offers multiple nickname options including Delphi, Del, or Fina. The name projects an image of mystical wisdom, natural beauty, and classical refinement.
- Acadia
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"idyllic place"Description:
Acadia, the French name for Nova Scotia and the name of a gorgeous national park in Maine makes a fresh, rhythmic choice for your little girl. Acadia is an original yet accessible member of the stylish girl names starting with A.
- Talitha
Origin:
AramaicMeaning:
"little girl"Description:
Talitha appears in the Bible as words Jesus says to awaken a young girl whose parents feared she was dead. It has been used in the US since colonial times. Talitha is also the name of two stars in Ursa Major, where it's related to the Arabic word for "third." Talitha definitely makes a fresh spin on Tabitha or Talisa.
- Anahita
Origin:
PersianMeaning:
"immaculate"Description:
Anahita is the name of the water goddess who rules, among other things, fertility and wisdom. Associated with Venue, Anahita is a stylish Iranian name for girls.
- Cinzia
Description:
Cinzia is a feminine Italian name derived from Cynthia, which ultimately comes from Greek mythology where it was an epithet of Artemis, the goddess of the moon, who was born on Mount Cynthus. This elegant name carries the cultural richness of Italian heritage while maintaining connections to ancient mythological roots. Though relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries, Cinzia is more familiar in Italy and Italian communities worldwide. It offers a melodic, sophisticated alternative to the more common Cynthia, with its distinctive 'z' sound adding a unique flair. The name suggests refinement, creativity, and cultural sophistication.
- Petronella
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"rock, stone"Description:
Petronella, and its shorter sister Petra, are both feminizations of Peter. While Petronella is a name with deep history, it's extremely rare. It was given to no baby girls on record in the US last year.
- Federica
Origin:
Italian, feminine variation of Frederick, GermanMeaning:
"peaceful ruler"Description:
Federica is the Latin version of Frederica, one of those formerly stuffy female names -- think Josephine and Eleanor -- that feels fresh and elegant again. And Federica has more energy without that first r.
- Gardenia
Origin:
Flower name, from English surnameMeaning:
"Garden's flower"Description:
More uncommon and powerful than garden varieties like Rose and Lily. Named for Scottish botanist Dr Alexander Garden.
- Amadea
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"God's beloved"Description:
Amadea is a strong and musical feminine form of Amadeus, as in Mozart.
- Ludmila
Origin:
SlavicMeaning:
"beloved of the people"Description:
This Slavic classic name might begin to make its mark with American parents, what with the growing popularity of the short form Mila. Borne by a tenth century saint who had been a princess from Bohemia, Ludmila is widely used in Russia, Ukraine and Bulgaria.
- Charlotta
Origin:
Swedish variation of Charlotte, FrenchMeaning:
"free man"Description:
This form of Charlotte, long obscure, is sure to grow in popularity along with the explosion of Charlotte. It's pretty and feminine and a nice spin on the more familiar version. In Germany, short form Lotta is popular.
- Finola
Origin:
IrishMeaning:
"white shoulders"Description:
Finola, the readily accessible version of some of the more problematic Gaelic versions of the name, would make a welcome addition to the stockpot of Irish girls' names.
- 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.
- Natania
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"gift of God"Description:
This female form of Nathan can be pronounced with three syllables or four, and could make an interesting alternative to Natalia.
- Raffaela
Origin:
German variation of Hebrew RaphaelaMeaning:
"God heals"Description:
Whether spelled Raffaela, Rafaela, Raffaella, or Raphaela, a euphonius name with a dark-eyed, long-flowing-haired image. Like Gabriella and Isabella, is beginning to be drawn into the American mainstream.
- Vincenza
Origin:
Italian feminine form of VincentMeaning:
"conquering"Description:
Vincenza makes romance of Vincent. Vincenza Gerosa was one of the founders of the Sisters of Charity of Lovere and was later made a saint.
- Zanna
Origin:
Diminutive of Susanna; Polish variation of Jane, HebrewMeaning:
"lily or pledged to God"Description:
A feminine multicultural nickname name perfectly able to stand on its own, Zanna might technically relate to either Susanna or Jane, making it a flexible honor name for an ancestral Susan or Jane or even John.