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  1. Abrya
    • Description:

      Abrya is a feminine name with modern origins, likely developed as a creative variation of names like Aubrey or Abrielle. It may also be influenced by the Hebrew name Abra, meaning 'mother of many.' The name has a contemporary feel with its blend of the popular 'A' beginning and 'ya' ending found in many fashionable girls' names. Abrya emerged in the United States primarily in the early 21st century, reflecting the trend toward distinctive, melodic names with unique spellings. While still uncommon, it has gradually gained recognition. The name has a light, musical quality with its balanced syllables and flowing sound. Abrya suggests qualities of creativity and individuality while maintaining a feminine elegance.

  2. Ahava
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "love"
    • Description:

      A soft and lovely Hebrew name with an equally lovely meaning. Variations include Ahavah, Ahaba, Ahabah, Ahuva and Ahuvah.
  3. Aja
    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Aya or Hindi
    • Meaning:

      "goat"
    • Description:

      Sounds like and is often confused with Asia, though it has an air of retro cool via the seminal Steely Dan album. Or, pronounced eye-ah, it can be an alternate spelling of the international favorite Aya.
  4. Albia
    • Origin:

      Latin
    • Description:

      A rarely heard ancient Latin names for girls that has a not-so-appealing brand name feel. Try Alba instead.
  5. Alijah
    • Origin:

      Variation of Elijah, Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "God is Yahweh"
    • Description:

      A little bit Aliyah and a little bit Elijah equals an invented name that moves into the girls' column with its choice by Kendra Wilkinson and Hank Bassett for their daughter. While there is good reason for this name to feel feminine, if you're not aware of the spelling variation, you're likely to just hear Elijah, both traditional and popular for boys. Then again, Noa is doing well for girls, so it wouldn't feel entirely out of place.
  6. Aliza
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "joyful"
    • Description:

      Aliza might seem like yet another variation of the eternal Alyssa/Alicia/Eliza loop, but it's a distinct name all its own. The z adds zip.
  7. Amarli
    • Origin:

      African, Swahili; Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "occupation, activity; my work"
    • Description:

      This multi-cultural name has a pleasant, delicate sound. Variations include Amali and Amalya,both of which mean industrious.
  8. Amica
    • Origin:

      Latin
    • Meaning:

      "female friend"
    • Description:

      Amica is a word meaning girlfriend that is not often used as a name in Italy, but it would sound pretty and name-like elsewhere.
  9. Aroa
    • Origin:

      Basque
    • Meaning:

      "era, time"
    • Description:

      Part of a group of lovely A-starting names popular in Spain, along with Ainhoa and Aitana. Spanish actress Aroa Gimeno introduced this one.
  10. Attalie
    • Description:

      Attalie is a feminine name of French origin, possibly derived as a variant of Natalie or Athalie. If connected to Natalie, it stems from the Latin 'natalis,' meaning 'birthday' or specifically 'birth of the Lord,' with the initial 'N' dropped. Alternatively, it may relate to Athalie, which comes from the Hebrew name Athaliah, meaning 'God is exalted.' Attalie has a delicate, melodious quality with its soft consonants and flowing vowel sounds. The name remains quite rare, giving it an air of distinctiveness and elegance. With its French flair and unusual sound, Attalie appeals to parents seeking a name that combines classical origins with uncommon usage. The name carries a certain poetic quality and vintage charm while still feeling accessible for a modern bearer.

  11. Aviva
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "springlike, fresh, dewy"
    • Description:

      Aviva is vivacious and memorable, a fresh spin on the Vivian and Vivienne names that have been getting more popular since Angelina and Brad chose one for their twin daughter. Another A-beginning palindrome name: Aziza.
  12. Azalea
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "azalea, a flower"
    • Description:

      Azalea is one of the fresher flower names, along with Zinnia and Lilac, that are new to the name bouquet — in fact, it entered the Social Security list for the first time in 2012. So if Lily and Rose are too tame for you, consider this brilliant pink springtime blossom with a touch of the unusual that has been growing in popularity.
  13. Azenor
    • Origin:

      Breton form of Elinor or Helen
    • Meaning:

      "light"
    • Description:

      One way to spin grandma Helen or Ellen's name off the beaten track. The legendary Azenor was a tragic 6th century Breton princess who was mother to a saint. This personage also may be known as Senara.
  14. Amarlia
    • Beah
      • Origin:

        Short form of Beatrice
      • Meaning:

        "she who brings happiness"
      • Description:

        A rarely seen member of the Beatrice clan, with its own distinctive charm.
    • Beulah
      • Origin:

        Hebrew
      • Meaning:

        "married"
      • Description:

        In the Bible, Beulah is a place, not a person, applied to the land of Israel by the prophet Isaiah. The land of Beulah has sometimes been considered a reference to heaven. Beulah began to be used as a given name in England at the time of the Reformation and was used by the seventeenth century Puritans.
    • Blue
      • Origin:

        Color name
      • Description:

        Blue suddenly came into the spotlight, as the unusual color name chosen by Beyonce and Jay-Z for their baby girl Blue Ivy. Blue is also a starbaby middle name du jour, used for both sexes in different spellings and forms, from John Travolta and Kelly Preston's Ella Bleu to Alicia Silverstone's Bear Blu. Dave 'The Edge' Evans named his daughter Blue Angel back in 1989.
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        • Cala
          • Origin:

            Arabic
          • Meaning:

            "castle, fortess"
          • Description:

            Extremely simple and extremely distinctive -- a winning combination. Sound-alike Calla is a Greek (and botanical) name that means beautiful.