Names that start with A
4,018 different A-names were given to U.S. babies in 2025, and Amelia led them with 12,705 newborns. Compare all 11,579 names on record by a single year, a recent range, or their complete history.
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- AxellVariant of Axel, ultimately from the Hebrew name Absalom, meaning 'father is peace'Scandinavian75
- AseesHope, desire, or wishModern coinage75
- AvirOf uncertain originModern coinage75
- AaryanOf uncertain originSanskrit74
- AydaAyda is often considered a variant of Aida, meaning 'happy' or 'returning' in Arabic, though it may also derive from the Turkish name Ayda meaning 'moonlike'Arabic74
- AaradhyaWorship, devotion, adorationSanskrit74
- AuriellaOf uncertain originModern coinage74
- AzoraOf uncertain originModern coinage74
- AilanysOf uncertain originModern coinage74
- Akyris74
- ArminPossibly derived from an Old German element meaning 'whole, universal' or from the name of the ancient Germanic warrior ArminiusGerman73
- AamirCivilized, prosperous, or full of lifeArabic73
- AmeerahOne sentence meaning: 'princess' or 'commander', from an Arabic titleArabic73
- AjaniMeaning uncertainModern coinage73
- AminataTrustworthy, faithful, or one who is safe and secureArabic73
- AzizaMighty, powerful, or belovedArabic73
- AmaryllisThe name of a flower, originally from Greek 'amarysso' meaning to sparkle or shineEnglish73
- AvelinaLittle bird, or hazelnut (from Latin avis or avellana)Latin73
- AmairaThe name is of uncertain originModern coinage73
- AyvaOf uncertain or debated originModern coinage72
- AtleeOf uncertain originEnglish72
- AlfieElf counselEnglish72
- AtharvaThe name Atharva means 'knowledge' or 'the first of the Vedas', referring to the AtharvavedaSanskrit72
- AiylaMoonlight, halo, or night beauty (from Turkish ay + ila, with debated exact derivation)English72
- AverlyOf uncertain origin, likely a modern English coinage combining elements of Avery and Beverly or a variant of Averil with a -ly suffixModern coinage72
- AylanPossibly derived from Turkish 'ay' meaning moon and 'lan' a suffix, or a variant of Aylan/AydanModern coinage72
- AkeemGod has createdArabic71
- AcaciaDerived from the tree name, from Greek akakia meaning 'thorny tree'English71
- ArenOf uncertain originEnglish71
- AharonOf uncertain origin, often explained as 'high mountain' or 'exalted' from Hebrew, but the true etymology is debatedHebrew71
- AdalyneA modern variant of Adeline, ultimately derived from the Germanic element 'adal' meaning 'noble'English71
- AstaOf uncertain originScandinavian71
- AsaiOf uncertain originModern coinage71
- AnnalisaCombination of Anna and Lisa, meaning "grace" and "God is my oathItalian70
- ArionOf uncertain originGreek70
- AnayeliOf uncertain originModern coinage70
- AmoreLove (Italian word for 'love')Italian70
- AhronOf uncertain originHebrew70
- AmyrahThe name Amyrah is of uncertain originModern coinage70
- AniaA Polish diminutive of Anna, meaning 'grace' or 'favor'Slavic69
- AnshPart, portion, or shareSanskrit69
- AleidaFrom a Germanic element meaning 'noble' or 'of noble kind'German69
- AlayshaOf uncertain originModern coinage69
- AtarahCrown, wreathHebrew69
- AzylahOf uncertain originModern coinage69
- AlexzanderDefender of men, an English variant of AlexanderEnglish68
- ArvinFriend of the people, or possibly a modern coinage derived from an Iranian namePersian68
- AmariePerhaps a combination of the prefix A- with Marie, or a variant of Amari, meaning uncertainModern coinage68
- AmaruMeaning debatedNative American68
- AyceModern invented name of uncertain meaning, possibly influenced by the word 'ace' or the initials AModern coinage68
- AkaayOf uncertain originModern coinage68
- AlexandreDefender of menFrench67
- AhmariOf uncertain originModern coinage67
- AislinOf uncertain originIrish67
- AlastairDefender of menScottish67
- AzaanThe call to prayer in IslamArabic67
- AvelineDesired, wished for, or little hazelnutEnglish67
- AvilaOf uncertain originSpanish67
- AmaisProbably a modern invented name, possibly formed from the sounds of names like Amadeus or AmosModern coinage67
- AdellaOf uncertain originEnglish66
- AksharaImperishableSanskrit66
- AnnistynFrom Anniston, a place name, or a blend of Anna and -stonModern coinage66
- AnnaliaDerived from Anna, likely meaning 'grace' or 'favor' in HebrewEnglish66
- AtaliaOften interpreted as 'God is exalted' or 'the Lord is great,' a debated derivation from Hebrew rootsHebrew66
- AstraFrom the Greek word for 'star'Greek66
- Adaiaof uncertain originModern coinage66
- AnjaliOffering, gift, or salutationSanskrit65
- AlanahOf uncertain originEnglish65
- AdelaidaNoble, of noble kindSpanish65
- AnaliOf uncertain originModern coinage65
- AnnalieOf uncertain originModern coinage65
- ArinaOf uncertain originModern coinage65
- AarohiA musical note or melody in Indian classical musicSanskrit65
- AmaiahOf uncertain originModern coinage65
- AnalieUncertainModern coinage65
- AairaOf uncertain originModern coinage65
- AnnmarieA combination of Anna, meaning "grace" or "favor," and Marie, the French form of Mary, meaning "beloved" or "star of the seaEnglish64
- AbeFather of a multitudeHebrew64
- AmareThe name likely derives from the Italian word 'amare' meaning 'to love,' though it is also used as a variant of the Amharic/Ethiopian name Amara, meaning 'beautiful' or 'pleasantItalian64
- AlaylaOf uncertain originModern coinage64
- AmoniOf uncertain originModern coinage64
- AkramGenerous, noble, or most generousArabic64
- AdelyneOf uncertain originModern coinage64
- AlessiFeminine diminutive of Alessio or Alessandro, ultimately from Greek 'defender, helper'Italian64
- AveerDerived from the Sanskrit word 'veer' meaning brave, with the prefix 'a-' possibly intensifying the meaningSanskrit64
- AubriElf ruler or noble strengthEnglish63
- AjayOne who is unconquered or invincibleSanskrit63
- AditiBoundless, whole, or unlimitedSanskrit63
- AlaskaThe name Alaska is taken from the state name, derived from an Aleut word meaning 'great land' or 'that which the sea breaks againstModern coinage63
- AyoubAyoub is the Arabic form of Job, meaning 'persecuted' or 'the repentant one'Arabic63
- AzoriOf uncertain originModern coinage63
- AnisaOne possible meaning is "companion" or "friendly," from Arabic origins, though the name also has Hebrew connections as a variant of HannahArabic62
- AllissonSon of Alice or noble, of debated originEnglish62
- AbdallahServant of GodArabic62
- AnnalynnA combination of Anna (from Hebrew Hannah, meaning 'grace' or 'favor') and Lynn (of English origin, often associated with 'lake' or 'waterfall')English62
- AfnanOne interpretation is 'two branches' or 'offshoots', often associated with abundance and generosity in ArabicArabic62
- AlizeFeminine form of Alizé, French for 'trade wind'French61
- AmanPeace, safety, or protectionArabic61
- AnPeaceModern coinage61
- AntoniPriceless one or highly praiseworthyLatin61
- AbbasFrowning, stern, or grim-faced, but also a traditional name of authority and dignityArabic61
- ArsalanLion, associated with bravery and strengthPersian61
- AelaPossibly a modern variant of Ayla, meaning 'oak tree' or 'halo, light' in Hebrew, or an invented nameModern coinage61
- AjooniOf uncertain originModern coinage61
- AvionOf uncertain originModern coinage60
- AmerieOf uncertain originModern coinage60
- AdrianoMan from Hadria, a dark Roman settlementItalian60
- AnaluciaGraceful light, a combination of Ana (grace) and Lucia (light)Spanish60
- AalaniOf uncertain originHawaiian60
- AnnyFavoredEnglish59
- AmeyaBoundless, without measureSanskrit59
- AayanshFirst ray of light, or part of the universe, from Sanskrit originsSanskrit59
- AzaliahThe Lord has reservedHebrew59
- AmayraA modern invented name, likely a blend of Aisha or Amaya with the popular -ra suffix, sometimes associated with Arabic 'amira' (princess), but no established meaningModern coinage59
- AngusOne strength, or unique choiceScottish58
- AnastaciaResurrection, she who will rise againGreek58
- AraOf uncertain originArabic58
- AliyanaProbably a variant of Aliana or Eliana, possibly meaning 'bright' or 'light'Modern coinage58
- AzureAzure is a color name, the bright blue of a clear sky, adopted from the French word for the colorModern coinage58
- AnelaOf uncertain originHawaiian58
- AnaiyahOf uncertain originModern coinage58
- AlyahPossibly a variant of Aaliyah, meaning 'exalted' or 'sublime' in ArabicArabic58
- AvyannaOf uncertain origin, often considered a modern inventive nameModern coinage58
- ArantzaThorn bushModern coinage58
- AdayaOf uncertain originModern coinage58
- AletheiaTruthGreek58
- AzaylaOf uncertain originModern coinage58
- AnnemarieA compound of Anne (grace) and Marie (beloved or bitter), thus often interpreted as 'graceful beloved'German57
- ArlanPossibly a variant of Arlen or a modern blend of names like Arthur and AlanModern coinage57
- AmeenOne meaning is 'trustworthy' or 'faithful'Arabic57
- AzlynnOf uncertain originModern coinage57
- AsimProtector, guardian, or one who prevents wrongdoingArabic57
- AmrynOf uncertain origin, likely a modern invented name combining elements of popular names like Amber, Amy, or Amara with the trendy -yn suffixModern coinage57
- AnabelleA variant of Annabel, likely meaning 'favored grace' or 'lovableEnglish56
- AleaOf uncertain originArabic56
- AniOf uncertain originHawaiian56
- AuriUsually considered a modern coinage, perhaps derived from the Finnish word for 'gold' or as a diminutive of Aurora meaning 'dawn'Modern coinage56
- AveahA modern coinage possibly influenced by Ava or Aaliyah, with no established meaningModern coinage56
- AmelioIt is a latinate form of the Germanic name Amalia, which likely means 'work'Italian56
- AlouraOf uncertain originModern coinage56
- AnthonellaOf uncertain originModern coinage56
- AelianaOf uncertain originLatin56
- Akoa56
- AntoinetteA French feminine diminutive of Antoine, ultimately from Latin Antonius, a Roman family name of uncertain meaning, possibly meaning 'priceless' or 'flower'French55
- AnistonOf uncertain originModern coinage55
- AlaaExcellence, sublimity, or highnessArabic55
- AmnaSafe, secure, peacefulArabic55
- AvonleaFrom the fictional village Avonlea in LLiterary55
- AnaniasGod has been graciousHebrew55
- ArwynA modern Welsh coinage, likely a feminine form of Arwyn, possibly meaning 'white' or 'fair'Welsh55
- AlastorAvenger, tormentor, or one who does not forgetGreek55
- AstroOf uncertain originModern coinage55
- AzarahOf uncertain originModern coinage55
- AbeehaOf uncertain originArabic55
- AzarielWhom God helpsHebrew55
- Alyseof noble kindFrench54
- AdriaFeminine form of Adrian, possibly meaning 'from Hadria' or 'dark one'Latin54
- AletheaTruth, from the Greek word for truthGreek54
- Alypossibly a diminutive of names like Alison or Alexander, or a variant of AliEnglish54
- AvieOf uncertain originEnglish54
- AalayahThe meaning is uncertainModern coinage54
- AuriaUncertainEnglish54
- AnaliahOf uncertain originModern coinage54
- AbdoulayeServant of God (or of the Most High)Arabic54
- AsielGod has madeHebrew54
- AdvaitUnique, non-dualSanskrit54
- AcesonSon of AceModern coinage54
- AviraOf uncertain originModern coinage54
- AnovaOf uncertain originModern coinage54
- AnissaGracious, mercifulArabic53
- AlphonseNoble and ready, from the Germanic elements 'adal' (noble) and 'funs' (ready)French53
- AudieOf uncertain originEnglish53
- Aleighaa modern respelling of Aaliyah, an Arabic name meaning 'exalted, sublime'Arabic53
- AndreiManly, braveSlavic53
- AdelJust, fair, or righteousArabic53
- AlizaeOf uncertain originModern coinage53
- AriusDedicated to Ares, the Greek god of war, or possibly meaning 'best' or 'excellent'Greek53
- AloniOf uncertain originModern coinage53
- ArborTree or grove, from the Latin word for treeModern coinage53
- AftonFrom the River Afton in Scotland, the name may mean 'from the river', but its precise Gaelic origin is uncertainScottish52
- ArlinPossibly a variant of Arlen, which may derive from a Gaelic place name meaning 'pledge' or from an English surname, but its exact meaning is uncertainEnglish52
- ArlynOf uncertain originModern coinage52
- AnanyaUnique, incomparable, or without a secondSanskrit52
- AddalynnA modern invented name, likely a blend of Ada or Addison with the fashionable suffix -lynnModern coinage52
- AbriellaPossibly a variant of Gabriella, meaning 'God is my strength', or a modern invented name combining elements like Abri- and -ellaModern coinage52
- Adleighof uncertain originModern coinage52
- AndersenSon of Anders (the Scandinavian form of Andrew, meaning 'manly')Scandinavian52
- Aichalife, livingArabic52
- AvivSpring (season) or freshness, renewalHebrew52
- AlaniePossibly a modern respelling of Alana or a variant of Elaine, but meaning is uncertainModern coinage52
- AyelenOf uncertain originNative American52
- ArunaA name of Sanskrit origin, Aruna can mean 'dawn' or 'reddish glow' and is often interpreted as 'the reddish glow of dawn'Sanskrit52
- AvanaOf uncertain originModern coinage52
- AylanaOf uncertain originModern coinage52
- AdvikaUniqueSanskrit51
- AayatVerses of the Quran, signs or revelations from GodArabic51
- AirisOf uncertain originModern coinage51
- AizalOf uncertain originModern coinage51
- AntwanOf uncertain originFrench50
- Alekdefender of manSlavic50