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Puerto Rican Girl names beginning with A

  1. Adhara

    • Origin:

      Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "virgins"

    • Description:

      Adhara is the name of one of the brightest stars in the sky. Also known as Adara, this name is perfectly suitable for a child.
  2. Aixa

    • Description:

      Aixa is a feminine name with Moorish and Arabic origins, historically significant in Spanish culture. Pronounced 'AY-sha' or 'EYE-sha,' it was notably borne by Aixa, the mother of Boabdil, the last Moorish king of Granada. The name derives from the Arabic 'Aisha,' meaning 'living' or 'prosperous.' Aixa has maintained popularity in Spanish-speaking regions, particularly among families with North African heritage or connections. The name carries a sense of historical dignity and cultural richness. Its brevity and melodic quality make it appealing to contemporary parents seeking a name with cross-cultural resonance and historical depth, while its distinctive spelling gives it a unique character.
  3. Angie

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Angela

    • Description:

      Cute nickname of Angela and other angelic names, Angie is now being used on its own, although its popularity has fallen in recent years. That said, Angie is one of those surprising classics, hanging on in the girls' Top 1000 continuously since its inception in 1880.
  4. Athalia

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "the Lord is exalted"

    • Description:

      Athalia was an Old Testament daughter of Jezebel and a king's powerful wife with a gory history. You don't wanna know -- and you probably don't wanna name your kid after her either. Pretty name, though, and one that's in step with the current fashions for A beginnings and endings as well as for distinctive names with deep roots. Atalia is a simplified spelling..
  5. Aleah

    • Origin:

      Arabic, "high, exalted"

    • Meaning:

      "high, exalted"

    • Description:

      Simple and melodic, this spelling offers an alternative to the more-popular Aliyah or Aaliyah -- the name of the late R&B singer who propelled the name into the US Top 100.
  6. Allyson

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Allison

    • Meaning:

      "noble"

    • Description:

      The original Allison was a Top 50 name from the 1980s through 2016, and Allyson is one of the many spelling variations parents used to put a more unique spin on the original.
  7. Arlene

    • Origin:

      English

    • Description:

      Popular in the US from the 1920s to the 1950s, Arlene is of uncertain origin and seems to be a modern innovation, perhaps based on names like Marlene and Darlene which were popular around the same time. Nowadays, the -lene names are mostly outdated, although the recent rise of retro Arlette could make Arlene seem plausible again as well.
  8. Adaia

    • Origin:

      Variation of Adaiah, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "God has adorned"

    • Description:

      Relatively well-used in Puerto Rico, where it resembles common Basque names like Alaia and Anaia. With the sharp rise of Alaia in the US in recent years as well as the love for "Ad-" names on girls, it makes sense that the still rare Adaia is increasing in use as well. Adaia was given to just under 100 baby girls in 2022.
  9. Aruna

    • Origin:

      Sanskrit, Japanese

    • Meaning:

      "reddish-brown; Asian moon"

    • Description:

      In Hinduism, the god Aruna is the charioteer who drives the sun god Surya across the sky. Aruna is both the traditional masculine form of the name (modernized as Arun) and its feminization.
  10. Analia

    • Origin:

      Combination name, Ana plus Lia

    • Description:

      Analia is a melodic newcomer to the US Top 1000, a fresher spin on the Olde Worlde Anamaria. It charted in the US from 2009 to 2012, and then reentered the popularity list in 2015. El Rostro de Analia is a popular Spanish language telenova on the Telemundo channel, which probably greatly contributed to its initial entry to the US list in 2009 at Number 331 when it was unranked the previous year!
  11. Atalia

    • Origin:

      Variation of Athalia, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "the Lord is exalted"

    • Description:

      Atalia or Athalia is a biblical name with a gory history. But it's an attractive name in step with the current fashion for A-starting and -ending names that are both distinctive and deeply rooted.
  12. Anahi

    • Origin:

      Tupi

    • Meaning:

      "maize or immaculate"

    • Description:

      The name of a Guaraní princess killed by Spanish conquistadors in Tupi-Guarani legend. A Ceibo tree – the national flower of Argentina – is said to have bloomed in the spot where she died.
  13. Aleena

    • Origin:

      Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "soft, delicate"

    • Description:

      A twist on Alina or Alena, this name popped into the Top 500 for the first time in 2014. Also an Arabic name, meaning "soft, pliable, delicate".
  14. Ashanti

    • Origin:

      Place-name, former kingdom of western Africa

    • Description:

      Authentic African name that blipped in popularity a few years ago when hip-hop singer Ashanti first arrived on the scene.
  15. Angelika

    • Description:

      Angelika is a feminine name representing the Eastern European, German and Scandinavian spelling of Angelica. Derived from Latin 'angelicus' meaning 'angelic' or 'of angels,' it carries celestial and spiritual connotations. This spelling variant with a 'k' instead of 'c' is particularly common in Poland, Germany, Russia, and several Scandinavian countries. While the Angelica spelling is more prevalent in English-speaking regions, Angelika has gained modest usage among families with European connections or those seeking a slightly distinctive twist on the classic name. The name evokes qualities of purity, beauty and heavenly grace. Its international recognition makes it accessible while the spelling gives it a subtle European sophistication.
  16. Amayah

    • Origin:

      Variation of Amaya or Japanese

    • Meaning:

      "mother city; the end; night rain"

    • Description:

      Amayah debuted in the US Top 1000 in 2016 and was one of the fastest-rising girl names in 2023. Amaya and Amaia are also popular.
  17. Alondra

    • Origin:

      Pet form of Alejandra or Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "lark"

    • Description:

      A Spanish TV show made this one popular, along with single-named Mexican singer, Alondra.
  18. Angeli

    • Description:

      Angeli is a feminine name with Italian and Greek roots, derived from 'angelo,' meaning 'angel' or 'messenger.' In Greek, 'angelos' referred to a divine messenger, later adopted into Christian traditions as heavenly beings. The name Angeli represents the plural form of angel in Italian, giving it a collective sense of divine protection. While uncommon in English-speaking countries, it enjoys greater recognition in Italy, the Philippines, and other regions with strong Catholic influences. The name has a lyrical, flowing quality with its soft consonants and open-vowel ending. Angeli conveys a sense of ethereal beauty and spiritual significance without being overly religious. Its international character makes it recognizable across different cultures while maintaining its distinctive charm.

  19. Ainhoa

    • Origin:

      Basque place name

    • Description:

      The name of the French town where a vision of the Virgin Mary is said to have appeared, this name is in the Spanish Top 100 and was, until recently, virtually unheard of elsewhere. Now however it is familiar in Puerto Rico and Chile, and as of 2019, it has been a feature in the US Top 1000.
  20. Amirah

    • Origin:

      Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "princess"

    • Description:

      The feminine form of Amir, a soft and regal baby name popular in the Muslim community.