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Unique Girl Names Ending with A

  1. Kalila

    • Origin:

      Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "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.
  2. Gardenia

    • Origin:

      Flower name, from English surname

    • Meaning:

      "Garden's flower"

    • Description:

      More uncommon and powerful than garden varieties like Rose and Lily. Named for Scottish botanist Dr Alexander Garden.
  3. Tea

    • Origin:

      Short form of Dorotea or Mattea

    • Meaning:

      "gift of God"

    • Description:

      As Theo and Thea get more popular, so do Teo and Tea, short forms of the Latinate variations of Theodore and Matthew -- which include Dorotea and Mattea. But like Theo and Thea, Tea can stand perfectly well on its own and blends seamlessly into any Anglophone or European culture, if that is your aim. Some may argue that the Tea version is the prettiest and it's certainly the sleekest.
  4. Petronella

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "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.
  5. Paulina

    • Origin:

      Spanish, feminine variation of Paul

    • Meaning:

      "small"

    • Description:

      More stylish than either Paula or Pauline, it was given a glamour gloss by model Paulina Porizkova in the nineties.
  6. Silvana

    • Origin:

      Italian

    • Meaning:

      "of the forest"

    • Description:

      Variant of Sylvana
  7. Carlotta

    • Origin:

      Italian variation of Charlotte, French diminutive of Charles

    • Meaning:

      "free man"

    • Description:

      Carlotta has a large measure of finger-snapping charm and substance — despite being a not too pleasant character in The Little Mermaid. Carlotta is also the diva/prima donna in The Phantom of the Opera, and there was an Empress Carlotta of Mexico.
  8. Forsythia

    • Origin:

      Flower name, from English surname

    • Meaning:

      "Forsyth's flower"

    • Description:

      This yellow harbinger spring bloom was named for Scottish botanist William Forsyth, and is even more unusual than such species as Acacia and Azalea.
  9. Lupita

    • Origin:

      Spanish, “little wolf”

    • Description:

      This lively pet name has recently been associated with Mexican-born Kenyan actress Lupita Nyong'o, acclaimed for her role in the 2013 film Twelve Years a Slave.

      The mother name Guadalupe, literally "valley of the wolves," relates to Our Lady of Guadalupe, revered in Latino culture as a protector of the Mexican people.

  10. Natania

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "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.
  11. Christa

    • Origin:

      Short form of Christina

    • Description:

      Fading since the 1970s -- but still a lovely name.
  12. 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.

  13. Dominica

    • Origin:

      Italian, feminine variation of Dominic

    • Meaning:

      "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.
  14. Carmella

    • Origin:

      Italian and Spanish variation of Carmel, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "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.
  15. Ludmila

    • Origin:

      Slavic

    • Meaning:

      "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.
  16. Gioia

    • Origin:

      Italian

    • Meaning:

      "joy"

    • Description:

      Prettier than Joy and just beginning to be used here.
  17. Federica

    • Origin:

      Italian, feminine variation of Frederick, German

    • Meaning:

      "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.
  18. Fedelia

    • Description:

      Fedelia is a feminine name with Latin roots, derived from 'fidelis' meaning 'faithful' or 'loyal.' This elegant name is a more elaborate form of Fidelia, carrying connotations of trustworthiness and devotion. While relatively uncommon in modern usage, Fedelia has historical precedent particularly in Latin American and Mediterranean cultures. The name exudes a vintage charm with its melodic four syllables and graceful sound. Those named Fedelia might appreciate its connection to enduring qualities like dedication and constancy. Though rare in contemporary birth records, Fedelia offers an distinctive alternative to more common virtue names while maintaining clear linguistic roots and meaning.
  19. Samoa

    • Origin:

      Place-name

    • Description:

      Evocative of the beautiful South Pacific islands; we've also heard Samoan used as a name.
  20. Graciela

    • Origin:

      Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "grace"

    • Description:

      A sparky and feminine elaboration on Gracia, Spanish for "grace".