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Antona is a feminine name with Latin origins, likely deriving from the masculine name Antonius, which means 'priceless' or 'of inestimable worth.' This uncommon variation of Antonia has historically…
Aphria is a rare feminine name with classical Greek origins, likely derived from Aphrodite, the goddess of love and beauty. The name carries an ethereal, almost mythical quality with its soft sounds…
Latin
"eagle"
Common Roman name mentioned in the Bible that has a crisply attractive sound.
Spanish place name
Equally strong, dramatic and romantic, this name of an old kingdom in the Iberian Peninsula and a modern Spanish community as well, would give a boy an instant pedigree.
word name
This name has many different connotations, from Tarot cards to a species of butterfly. It is related to the English word arcane, which means esoteric, mysterious, enigmatic.
Greek
"virtuous"
There's still only one.
Aretta is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It could be a variant of Arletta, derived from the Germanic name Arletta, meaning "pledge" or "noble" and "eagle." Alternatively, it might be…
Thai
"beautiful knowledgeable woman"
This name has it all - looks, brains, charms and an international sound that can go anywhere.
Greek or Latin
"the best; ear of corn"
From the root for aristocrat, an upwardly mobile choice -- or if you go by its other meaning, an earthy delicious choice. Arista is a rare name for girls that has the popular A beginning-and-ending…
Italian, literary name
Torquano Tasso likely invented this name for the magical enchantress who beguiles the crusaders in his celebrated poem Jerusalem Delivered. Armida is also the eponymous heroines of operas by Handel…
Spanish surname and nature name
This name has two distinctive associations: the Southwestern natural formation of a gully or stream, and the Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Bronson Arroyo.
Sanskrit
"red"
The color red plays a prominent role in Hindu mythology, referring to the rising sun or the reddish horses of the "son of fire." Pronounced ahr-OO-shah, it has a stylish Russian flair. Hindi version…
Ashanti, Akan, Twi
"African ethnic group; warlike"
Although Ashanti is a much better known name via the female hip-hop singer, Asante is also an appealing way to honor Asante or Ashanti heritage. It's the name of a people and language based in Ghana.
Variation of Asha or Ashley
Although Ashala is steadily yet quietly used as a name in its own right, it seems to be an invention derived from either Asha, a Sanskrit word and name meaning "hope" and also sometimes a variant of…
Italian place-name
This lovely Umbrian hill town became a striking first name for the young daughter of Jade Jagger.
Hebrew
"Aster"
Pronounced as-TAIR-ah, this is one of many frequently heard Israeli flower names. Other floral choices popular in Israel include Dafna, which means laurel; Dailia; Irit, which means daffodil; and…
Aticus is a masculine name that likely emerged as a variation of Atticus, the Roman name meaning 'from Attica' (the region around Athens, Greece). The name carries the gravitas of classical antiquity…
English variation of Aubrey
"elf ruler"
A rarely used elaboration of Aubrey.
Latin, Basque
"golden"
A beautiful rare choice, derived from Latin aurum "gold".
Old English
"bird"
This name stems from the Latin term Avis, meaning bird. Related names include Avice, Aveza and Aveline.
