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Appolinia
Appolinia is a feminine name that originated as a variant of Apollonia, which is derived from the Greek god Apollo, deity of music, prophecy, and healing. This elegant name has roots in ancient Greek…
Aquila
Latin
"eagle"
An evocative ancient word that's used as a first name in the New Testament, among other places. It's also the name of an eagle-shaped constellation. That said, contemporary interest in the name…
Aquilina
Feminine variation of Aquilo, Latin
"eagle"
A lot of parents claim to want a name that's different, but if you really do, Aquilina, modern-feeling but based on an ancient favorite, would be one good choice.
Aquitaine
French place name
If you're looking for a really untouristed place name, Aquitaine could be it. Aquitaine is a region of France that includes both Bordeaux and Biarritz and is famous for such food and drink as its…
Ara
Armenian
"king"
Simple and yet distinctive, Ara is a mythological name of a famously handsome king. Although it originated as a boys' name, in the contemporary US, it's now much more commonly used for girls. Ara was…
Arabelle
Variation of Arabella, Latin, Scottish
"yielding to prayer; lovable"
This more succinct form of the elegant Arabella might appeal to those who are looking for a less popular spin on Annabel or those who like the sounds of Arabella but want something with fewer frills.…
Ardent
Latin
"burning; enthusiastic, passionate"
Ariane
Ariane is a feminine name of Greek origin, representing the French form of Ariadne. In Greek mythology, Ariadne was the daughter of King Minos who helped Theseus escape the Labyrinth. The name…
Arianne
French, from Latin Ariadne
"very holy one"
Soft and delicate French name rarely heard here.
Arianwen
Welsh
"silver, white, fair, blessed"
Rarely heard outside of Wales, Arianwen combines the pretty Welsh element gwen with the silvery arian , giving it a metallic and shining meaning. The name is sometimes listed as one of the daughters…
Aricelia
Aricelia is a feminine name of Latin origin, likely derived from a combination of elements or as a variant of Araceli. Araceli comes from Latin 'ara coeli' meaning 'altar of heaven,' with religious…
Aries
Latin
"a ram"
A recent favorite among boy names, now a top riser for girls.
Armande
French, feminine variation of Armand
Feminine form of Armand, has an elegant charm.
Armantine
Variation of Armina
"army man"
This Frenchified variation softens and prettifies the harsh original.
Armel
French
"bear prince"
The name of a sixth century Welsh saint who founded abbeys in Brittany, reconstituted for a modern girl.
Arna
German, Sanskrit
"eagle; river"
Truly a cross-cultural name, with usage in Germany, Scandinavia, India, France, and Iceland.
Arnella
Arnella is a feminine name with Germanic roots, formed as a feminine derivative of Arnold, which means "eagle power" or "strong as an eagle." This elegant elaboration carries the same powerful…
Arnelle
English
"eagle power"
Feminine spin on Arnold that received a brief flurry of use in the early 1990s.
Arrow
Word name
Names that have not historically been names are not intrinsically gendered, so though we originally pinned Arrow as a boys' name, both starbaby Arrows that have been born recently have been girls.…
Arwa
Arwa is a feminine name of Arabic origin with deep historical roots. The name means 'mountain goats' or 'ibexes,' symbolizing grace, agility, and sure-footedness. Arwa was notably borne by Queen Arwa…