King and Prince Names Starting With A

Alek

Polish, Armenian, Serbian, and Russian form of Alex, Greek, Greenlandic

"defending men; harpoon line"

A variation of Alex used in a number of languages, Alek has the cool, solid feel of Erik and Axel. It can also be a name of Greenlandic origin, meaning "harpoon line".

Alekai

Alekai is a masculine name with Hawaiian roots, though it also appears in other Polynesian languages. The name likely derives from elements meaning 'ocean' or 'sea path,' reflecting Hawaii's deep…

Aleks

Aleks is a masculine name representing a streamlined, modernized spelling of Alexander, which derives from Greek elements meaning 'defender of the people.' This simplified variant is particularly…

Aleksandar

Aleksandar is a masculine name of Slavic origin, representing the South Slavic variant of Alexander. Derived from the Greek 'Alexandros,' meaning 'defender of men' or 'protector of mankind,' the name…

Aleksander

Polish, Slovene, Estonian, Norwegian, and Danish form Alexander, Greek

"defending man"

An international variation of classic Alexander, this form has slightly softer sounds, yet feels just as strong. Popular in Poland, the Netherlands, Norway and Slovenia, but familiar in the UK too,…

Aleksei

Aleksei is a masculine name of Russian origin, representing the Slavic form of Alexius or Alexis, ultimately derived from the Greek 'alexein' meaning 'to defend' or 'to help.' This powerful name has…

Aleksej

Slovene variation of Alexios, Greek

"defending men"

Aleksej is the Slovene form of Alexios, making it a cognate of Alexis.

Aleksey

Russian

"defender"

Alternative transliteration of Alexei

Aleksi

Aleksi is a masculine name with Finnish and Eastern European origins, particularly popular in Finland where it ranks among the top boys' names. It's a variation of Alexis or Alexius, ultimately…

Aleksy

Polish, from Greek

"defending men"

An intriguing Polish form of Alexander that's both unique and familiar-sounding.

Alekzander

Alekzander is a distinctive modern spelling variation of Alexander, a classic name with ancient Greek origins meaning "defender of men" or "protector of mankind." This particular spelling…

Alem

Alem is a masculine name with roots in several cultures. In Turkish and Bosnian, it means 'world' or 'universe,' while in Ethiopian languages it can mean 'world' or 'to flourish.' The name also…

Alemayehu

Amharic

"I have seen the world"

A unisex name with an amazing meaning, perfect for the child of travel lovers. It has been in regular use in Ethiopia, borne by a 19th century prince and jazz singer Alemayehu Eshete, dubbed "the…

Alen

Alen is a masculine name with diverse cultural roots, appearing as a variant spelling of Alan or Allen in English-speaking countries while also existing as an independent name in various European…

Aleph

First letter of the Hebrew alphabet and Hebrew

"chief, number one"

Aleph came into the spotlight when chosen by Israel-born Natalie Portman for her son. Alef is a more common spelling of these related Hebrew baby names . In the Kabbalah, Aleph/Alef relates to the…

Aleric

Aleric is a masculine name of Germanic origin, derived from elements meaning 'noble ruler' or 'ruler of all.' Historically associated with Alaric I, the Gothic king who famously sacked Rome in 410…

Ales

Ales is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Slavic contexts, particularly Czech and Slovak, it functions as a diminutive of Aleš, which derives from Alexius or Alexander, meaning…

Alesso

Alesso is a masculine name with Italian and Spanish linguistic roots. It functions as a variation of Alessandro (Italian) or Alexis/Alejandro (Spanish), all ultimately deriving from the Greek name…

Alestino

Alestino is a rare masculine name with Italian and Spanish influences. It likely derives from Celestino (a diminutive of Celeste), with the 'Al-' prefix possibly showing Arabic influence similar to…

Aletris

Flower name, from Greek

"corn grinder"

The bell-shaped flower Aletris is also known as Colic Root, Blazing Star, Unicorn Root, and Stargrass. Its roots have medicinal properties and are used to aid digestive and muscle problems. Its name…