alyshadragonfriend's list "Girls Names A Through E" of 20 great name ideas: Esta - Daryah!

Girls Names A Through E

A long list of girls names beginning with the letters A through E. I hope it is useful.

Esta is a feminine name with diverse origins. It can be seen as a variant of Esther, which has Persian roots meaning 'star' or derives from the goddess Ishtar. In some contexts, Esta functions as a diminutive of Esther or Estelle. The name appears in various cultures, including Jewish, Spanish, and English-speaking communities. Esta enjoyed modest popularity in the United States during the early 20th century but has become less common in recent decades. The name carries a vintage charm with its short, melodic sound, and remains appreciated for its simplicity and classic feel. Esta blends brevity with elegance, making it distinctive yet accessible.

Esta

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.

Abra

Diminutive of Alvina, and a cute boyish retro nickname we can see making its way back onto a few birth certificates today.

Alvie

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.

Amarantha

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 food and drink of the gods, said to confer immortality. The Ancient Greek word ambrosios, meaning immortal, gave rise to the Latin name Ambrosius, which became the modern Ambrose.

Only a dozen baby girls were named Ambrosia in the US in the most recent year counted.

Ambrosia

Amory is best known for the hero of Fitzgerald's 1920 This Side of Paradise, Princeton student Amory Blaine. Amory is in some danger of being borrowed by the girls, a la Avery. Alternate spellings Amori or Amorie also relate to the Latin word for love.

Amory

Amparo is a medieval name related to the Virgin Mary most closely associated with the city of Valencia, in Spain. Although it does not appear at all on the most recent US name roster, meaning it was used for fewer than five babies last year, it was used in the US throughout the 20th century.

Amparo

Anneth was derived from the Cornish word annedh, meaning "home," but it may also be viewed as a variation of the French name Annette.

Anneth

One of the new color names that is catching on, invoking a calm, blue-green-sea feeling. 

Aqua

A bright and sparkly choice, likely inspired by a variety of Greek names that ultimately derive from the element aster meaning "star", or from the Persian Setarah, also meaning "star". It is also the name of a city and province in Iran.
 
The name first entered the US rankings in 2008 and was given to 6 girls in a recent year.

Astara

Aureliana is a feminine name with Latin origins, derived from 'aureus' meaning 'golden' or 'gilded.' It's the feminine form of Aurelianus, which was a Roman family name associated with the emperor Aurelian. 

The name carries connotations of radiance, precious value, and luminous beauty. While relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries, Aureliana has maintained modest usage in Italy, Spain, and Latin American countries. The name offers parents an elegant, melodic choice with classical roots and a romantic quality. With four flowing syllables and the popular 'ana' ending, 

Aureliana combines traditional substance with a touch of regal sophistication that appeals to those seeking a distinctive yet historically grounded name. More than 800 baby girls were named Aurelia last year in the US, but none were called Aureliana, so this could make a fresh spin on a popular form.

Aureliana

This alluring Spanish word name has the quirky meaning "hazelnut". Avellana has a beautiful sound, although it may be misheard as the trending Avianna.

Avellana

We've seen Beatrice and Beatrix climb in popularity, along with traditional nickname Bea. And now there's Bee, giving it a buzzy nature world spin, plus a tie to popular late night TV''s Samantha Bee, not to mention Aunt Bee on the old The Andy Griffith Show TV show. Bee can theoretically be short for any <a href="https://nameberry.com/search/girls-names/b">girl names starting with B</a>.

These days, it's more likely you'd call your daughter the popular Belle or Bella.

Bell

Dated British favorite that never caught on in this country, where Jade remains the green gem of choice. 
Interesting namesakes: British writer Beryl Bainbridge and British aviatrix Beryl Markham.

Beryl

Pronounced a la Bette (Betty) Davis or Bette (Bet) Midler, a twentieth-century relic.  Though if the equally vintage Betty comes back, Bette may be close behind.

Bette

Callum is virtually unused for girls in the US, but we could easily see it fitting in with other boy names for girls such as Elliot, Asher, and August.

Callum

A Pam for the modern age, improved by a harder edge and a tad less prissiness.

Claribel improves on its mother name Clarabelle by distancing itself from the clown and the cow.

Claribel

Daryah is a modern feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant spelling of Darya, which comes from Persian meaning 'sea' or 'ocean,' or it could be a creative variation of names like Daria or Dariah. The spelling with the 'y' adds a distinctive, contemporary touch to the traditional name. Daryah has a flowing, melodic quality that fits well with current naming trends favoring soft sounds and vowel endings for girls. While not commonly found in traditional naming records, Daryah has gained some usage in recent decades as parents seek unique yet accessible names. The name carries connotations of natural beauty, fluidity, and depth, reflecting its possible connection to water. Its international flavor also appeals to parents looking for names with a global sensibility.