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Girls Names A Through E

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By alyshadragonfriend
Updated Thu Jul 13 2023
A long list of girls names beginning with the letters A through E. I hope it is useful.
  1. Aadhya

    • Origin:

      Hindi

    • Meaning:

      "first power"

    • Description:

      This beautiful Hindi name made the US Top 1000 in 2016 and has been hopping on and off the bottom of that list since then. Aadhya is one of the many names for the Goddess Durga in Hinduism. Other forms are Aadya and Adya.
  2. Aadya

    • Origin:

      Hindi

    • Meaning:

      "first power"

    • Description:

      An epithet of the goddess Durga, associated with the beginning of the earth. Aadya, also appearing as Aadhya, Adya and Adia, is notably borne by make-up artist Aadya Reddy and by singer Aadya Rajwanshi who appeared on the 2020 series of The Voices Kids.
  3. Aalia

    • Origin:

      Variation of Aaliyah, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "to ascend"

    • Description:

      A less known, but still as vowel-rich, version of the popular Aaliyah.
  4. Aaliya

    • Origin:

      Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "heavens, highborn, exalted"

    • Description:

      A spelling variant of Aliyah and Aaliyah, popularised by the singer of the same name.
  5. Aaliyah

    • Origin:

      Variation of Aliya, Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "heavens, highborn, exalted"

    • Description:

      Both powerful and pretty, with a melodic sound, Aaliyah joins Layla, Lila, Dana, and Farrah as a name of Arabic origin that is also popular in the English-speaking world.
  6. Aany

    • Description:

      Aany is an uncommon feminine name with uncertain origins, possibly representing a creative modern variation of names like Ann, Annie, or Amy. The doubled 'a' creates a distinctive visual appearance while potentially maintaining the pronunciation of these more traditional names. Alternatively, it may have origins in certain South Asian naming traditions or represent a transliteration from another language. As an extremely rare name in most Western countries, Aany offers a high degree of individuality. The name's brevity and simple phonetic structure make it accessible despite its unusual spelling. Aany has a light, contemporary feel that works well cross-culturally due to its straightforward pronunciation. The distinctive spelling gives a modern twist to potentially traditional sounds, appealing to parents seeking names that combine simplicity with uniqueness.

  7. Abbetina

    • Origin:

      Invented name, meaning unknown

    • Description:

      An amalgam of too many diverse elements.
  8. Abbey

    • Origin:

      English word name or short form of Abigail

    • Description:

      Abbey might sound exactly like the popular Abigail nickname Abby or Abbie, but spelled this way it is also a churchy word name with a Gothic feel. But hearing it, no one will know the difference.
  9. Abbi

    • Description:

      Abbi is a feminine name that serves as a diminutive form of Abigail, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'my father's joy' or 'source of joy.' This shorter variant offers a contemporary, friendly feel while maintaining its connection to the biblical name. Abbi gained popularity in the late 20th century as part of the trend toward informal nickname-style names used as given names. The spelling with an 'i' ending gives it a distinctive touch compared to the more common 'Abby' variant. While not typically ranking among top names, Abbi maintains steady usage, particularly in English-speaking countries. It carries connotations of joy, warmth, and approachability.
  10. Abbie

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Abigail

    • Meaning:

      "my father is joyful"

    • Description:

      Abbie is a gently old-fashioned nickname name that owes its rising popularity to Top 10 Abigail. Abby may be the more usual spelling today.
  11. Abbott

    • Origin:

      Aramaic, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "father"

    • Description:

      This traditionally male surname name could find new life for girls thanks to its similarity to the popular Abby and Abigail.
  12. Abby

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Abigail, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "my father is joyful"

    • Description:

      Gently old-fashioned stand-alone nickname that owes its popularity to mega popular Abigail.
  13. Abeba

    • Origin:

      Amharic

    • Meaning:

      "flower"

    • Description:

      Palindromic name often heard in Ethiopia.
  14. Abelia

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "sigh, breath"

    • Description:

      This feminine form of Abel is also a flower name and makes a distinctive alternative to the widely used Abigail. There is a similar name, Adelia, that is beginning to be rediscovered thanks to the trend for all names Adel- related.
  15. Abigail

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "my father is joyful"

    • Description:

      Abigail has been in for so long -- the name has ranked in the US Top 100 since the late 1980s -- it's amazing that it isn't more out by now. But Abigail's biblical and historic roots make it a fashionable classic rather than a passing fad.
  16. Abigayl

    • Description:

      Abigayl is a modern spelling variation of the traditional Hebrew name Abigail, meaning 'my father's joy' or 'source of joy.' This distinctive spelling incorporates the 'y' in place of the traditional 'i,' giving the classic name a contemporary twist while maintaining its pronunciation. The biblical Abigail was known for her beauty, wisdom, and intelligence as the wife of King David. Though the traditional spelling remains more common, Abigayl has gained some popularity among parents seeking familiar names with unique spellings. The variant maintains the feminine grace and historical significance of the original while offering a personalized touch that helps distinguish it in written form.
  17. Abilene

    • Origin:

      English from Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "grass"

    • Description:

      Abilene is a rarely used place name, mentioned as such in the New Testament, that combines the cowboy spunk of the Texas city with the midwestern morality of the Kansas town where Dwight D. Eisenhower spent his boyhood. Abilene is a much more untrodden path to the nickname Abbie/Abbie than the Top 10 Abigail.
  18. Abra

    • Origin:

      Feminine variation of Abraham, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "father of multitudes"

    • Description:

      Abra is soft, sensitive feminine form of Abraham that was the name of a soft, sensitive character in the John Steinbeck book and movie, "East of Eden." In the bible, Abra was a favorite of King Solomon and it was a popular name in seventeenth century England. Abra is also a West African name used for girls born on Tuesday. The magical 'abracadabra' is thought to have originated in the Aramaic language.
  19. Abrial

    • Origin:

      French

    • Meaning:

      "open, secure, protected"

    • Description:

      This unique baby name is stronger, more distinctive than April or Avril.
  20. Abriana

    • Origin:

      Italian feminine variation of Abraham

    • Meaning:

      "father of multitudes"

    • Description:

      This lovely name is all but unknown outside Italy but fits perfectly in with the fashions for vowel-starting names that are elaborately feminine. Might make a distinctive alternative to Angelina or Arianna. Downside: People will inevitably mistake it for Adriana.