King and Prince Names Starting With A

Alvar

German

"elf warrior"

This name woould be hard to picture in a contemporary kindergarten, though it does have some cultural cred via Finnish architect and furniture designer Alvar Aalto. Aalto would actually make a more…

Alvario

Alvario is a masculine name with Spanish and Portuguese origins, likely a variation of Alvaro. Derived from ancient Germanic elements, possibly from 'all' (all) and 'wers' (guardian, protector),…

Alvarso

Alvarso is a masculine name likely derived from the Spanish name Álvaro, which comes from Germanic origins meaning 'all vigilant' or 'guardian of all.' The addition of the suffix '-so' creates a…

Alve

Swedish variation of Alf, English

"wise counsel"

Alve is rising up the ranks in Sweden, but neither it nor Alf will be featured on American birth certificates anytime soon.

Alven

Alven is a masculine name that likely developed as a variant of Alvin, which derives from the Old English name Ælfwine, meaning 'elf friend' or 'noble friend.' The name has Germanic roots and…

Alverio

Alverio is a masculine name with Latin and Italian roots, possibly derived from the Latin 'albus' meaning 'white' or 'bright.' It may also be related to Alvaro, a name of Germanic origin meaning…

Alvertos

Alvertos is a masculine name that appears to be a variant of Alberto, the Italian, Spanish and Portuguese form of Albert. The name ultimately derives from Germanic elements meaning 'noble' (adal) and…

Alvey

Alvey is a masculine name with English origins, traditionally used as a surname before transitioning to a given name. It likely derives from the Old English personal name 'Ælfwine,' combining…

Alvi

Finnish variation of Albin, Latin

"white"

Although it resembles Alvie, Alvi has separate origins. It comes from the Latin name Albin, meaning "white," while Alvie is derived from Alvin, meaning "noble friend."

Alvino

Alvino is a masculine name with Italian and Spanish roots, derived from the Latin 'albus' meaning 'white' or 'bright.' It's a variation of Alvin, with the Italian/Spanish suffix giving it a more…

Alvis

Norse mythology name

Alvis, sometimes spelled Alviss, is a dwarf in Norse mythology who claims to know everything and names all the features of the natural world to show off to Thor, whose daughter Alvis wants to marry.…

Alvy

Diminutive of Alvin, English

"noble friend; friend of the elves"

Alvie is the spelling parents tend to prefer, and may rise along with Archie, Alfie, and Albie. The Alvy variation is strongly associated with Alvy Singer, Woody Allen's character in Annie Hall .

Alvyn

Alvyn is a masculine name that represents a modern spelling variant of Alvin. With Germanic origins, it derives from elements meaning 'noble friend' or 'elf friend.' The traditional Alvin gained…

Alvys

Alvys is an uncommon masculine name that likely developed as a variant of Elvis or possibly Alvis. With its distinctive sound and spelling, the name carries a certain vintage charm reminiscent of…

Alwin

German

"noble friend, friend of the elves"

Softer, milder, and sans chipmunk references, Alwin is a likable alternative to Alvin. Win makes a nice nickname.

Alwyn

Welsh river name

This Welsh river name has possibilities as a place name and nature name that is rare and uncommon.

Alzirr

Xi Geminorum, a star in the constellation Gemini, was formerly known as Alzirr.

Amaan

Amaan is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Arabic, it means "security," "peace," or "protection," derived from the root word for safety and tranquility. In Hindi and Urdu contexts,…

Amaar

Amaar is a masculine name of Arabic origin derived from the root word meaning 'to build' or 'to cultivate.' It can be interpreted as 'builder,' 'constructor,' or 'one who cultivates prosperity.' The…

Amad

Amad is a masculine name with Arabic origins, derived from 'ahmad' meaning 'most praised' or 'most commendable.' It shares its etymology with the more common Ahmad, but in its shortened form offers a…