Unique Girl Names Ending with A
- 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.
- Concetta
Origin:
ItalianMeaning:
"pure"Description:
A name that relates to Concepcion and the Virgin Mary, but feels a good deal more secular.
- Shoshana
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"lily"Description:
This is a rare and lovely form of Susannah commonly heard in Israel. Shoshana Shapiro — nicknamed Shosh — is the character played by Zosia Mamet on the hit HBO series Girls — a fact that could give the name an upward thrust.
- 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.
- Noelia
Origin:
Spanish, feminine variation of NoelDescription:
This name of an admired Puerto Rican pop singer has been picked up by hundreds of Hispanic parents.
- Lucasta
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"pure light"Description:
Lucasta was invented by seventeenth century poet Richard Lovelace for a collection of poems dedicated to a lover named Lucy, and is familiar through the Eugene O'Neill play and film Anna Lucasta. Lucasta is a distinctive, rarely used choice and a logical extension of the Luke/Luc/Luca names.
- Abiela
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"God is my father"Description:
More than the sum of Abby and Ella.
- Brisa
Origin:
SpanishMeaning:
"breeze"Description:
Brisa is commonly used in Latino families, all but unheard of in others.
- Silvana
Origin:
ItalianMeaning:
"of the forest"Description:
Variant of Sylvana
- Nika
Origin:
Russian, diminutive of Veronika; Slovenian; Croatian, feminine form of NicholasDescription:
Enticing modern nickname name possibility.
- Sanchia
Origin:
Spanish variation of SanciaMeaning:
"sacred"Description:
The forerunner of Cynthia is all but unknown these days, but deserving of import and revival.
- 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.
- Samoa
Origin:
Place-nameDescription:
Evocative of the beautiful South Pacific islands; we've also heard Samoan used as a name.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Heloisa
Description:
Heloisa is a feminine name with Portuguese and Spanish origins, derived from the Old German name Helewidis, composed of elements meaning 'hale' or 'healthy' and 'wide' or 'encompassing.' It's the Iberian variant of Heloise, a name associated with the 12th-century French scholar and abbess Héloïse d'Argenteuil, famous for her tragic love affair with philosopher Peter Abelard. Heloisa carries an air of classical romance and intellectual depth. In Brazil, the name has maintained steady popularity, appreciated for its melodic quality and elegant sound. In English-speaking countries, it remains relatively uncommon, offering a distinctive yet accessible option for parents seeking a name with historical richness and international appeal.
- Dominica
Origin:
Italian, feminine variation of DominicMeaning:
"belonging to the Lord"Description:
Fashionably Continental and much fresher than Dominique, though it's been used since the Middle Ages. Dominica can be spelled any number of ways, from Dominika to Domenica, but we prefer this version.
- Aleela
Origin:
SwahiliMeaning:
"she cries"Description:
Lilting African name that translates perfectly into other cultures.
- 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.
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