Girls Names A Through E

Amalfi

Italian place-name

This name, from the picturesque town on the Italian Riviera, borrows a bit from Amelia and a bit from Emily.

Amalgunde

Amalgunde is an extremely rare feminine name with Germanic origins dating back to medieval times. The name combines ancient Germanic elements: possibly "amal" meaning "work" or relating to the Gothic…

Amalthea

Greek

"tender goddess"

In Greek mythology, Amalthea is the name of a goat (or, sometimes, a goat-keeping nymph) who nursed the infant Zeus and protected him from his murderous father, Cronus. Thanks to the goat’s…

Amandine

French, diminutive of Amanda

"much-loved"

This fragrant, almond-scented name has hardly been heard in this country, which is a pity--we've loved it since John Malkovich used it for his now grown daughter. A French diminutive of Amanda, it…

Amapola

Spanish

"poppy"

A rarely heard flower name, Amapola comes from the Spanish word for "poppy", in turn associating with name with remembrance and the months of August and November. Pronounced as a-ma-POH-la, with the…

Amarande

Amarande is an elegant feminine name with a dreamy, romantic quality. It likely derives from the botanical amaranth flower, whose name comes from Greek 'amarantos' meaning 'unfading' or…

Amaranta

Spanish and Italian form of Amarantha

"unfading"

Amaranta is the unusual and intriguing Latinate form of the Greek botanical name Amarantha, which connects to an eternal mythical figure. An excellent choice for the parent who wants an A name but…

Amarantha

Flower name; Greek

"unfading"

Amarantha is a rare botanical name whose mythical equivalent was believed to be immortal. The Italian and Spanish form is the somewhat-more-acccessible Amaranta.

Amarissa

Combination name, Ama + issa

"little lover"

Amarissa is kind of cobbled together from two traditional elements: Ama, which means "love" or "lover" and is found in such more established names as Amabel and Amariah, and -issa, which is a common…

Amaryllis

Greek

"to sparkle"

If you love both unique baby names and flower names for girls, Amaryllis might be a perfect choice for you. A showier flower name than Lily, but in the same botanical family, Amaryllis is not as…

Amata

Italian feminine variant of the Latin Amatus

"beloved"

Name that's virtually unknown here but has a lovely meaning and a simple sound and spelling.

Amaybel

Amaybel appears to be a rare feminine name that combines elements of traditional names. It possibly blends the prefix 'Ama-' (from Latin 'amare' meaning 'to love') with '-bel' (from 'bella' meaning…

Amaybelle

Amaybelle is a feminine name that blends elements of names like Amabel, May, and Belle. This charming combination creates a name with a sweet, vintage quality. The first part may derive from the…

Ambar

Spanish

"amber"

The Spanish variation of the 80s and 90s American favorite Amber has an international flair.

Ambre

French variation of Amber, English word name

In the US Amber is stuck in the '80s, while Ambre is a fresh choice in France.

Ambrosia

Latin, feminine form of Ambrose

"Immortal"

Ambrosia combines some of the more whimsical qualities of more popular Aurora and Isabella, with a heavenly meaning. In Greek mythology, Ambrosia was not a goddess or other figure but literally the…

Amedea

Italian

"lover of God"

Feminine form of Amadeus popular now in Italy and ripe for export. Might also be spelled Amadea. The preferred pronunciation is AHM-a-DAY-a but it may also be pronounced ah-MED-ee-a.

Amee

Amee is a feminine name with variations including Amy and Aimée. It has French origins and derives from the Latin 'amata' meaning 'beloved.' The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries…

Amery

Amery is a feminine name with Germanic origins, though it can also be used for boys. The name derives from elements meaning 'home' or 'power' and 'ruler,' suggesting strength and leadership.…

Amethyst

Gem and Color name

As flower names become more unique, so can gem names move beyond Ruby and Pearl to names like Topaz, Sapphire, and Peridot. Amethyst, the purple birthstone for February, has never been in the Top…