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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- AllanaPossibly a variant of Alana meaning 'little rock' or 'harmony', or a feminine form of AlanEnglish50
- AleenVariant of Alina or Eileen, possibly meaning 'bright, shining light' or 'noble'English50
- AnalyOf uncertain originModern coinage50
- AmairaniOf uncertain originModern coinage50
- AiramOf uncertain originModern coinage50
- AbrielLikely a modern invented name, possibly influenced by Gabriel or BrielleModern coinage50
- AngadOf uncertain originSanskrit50
- AlahniProbably a modern invented name, possibly inspired by the name Alani or a variant of Alana, meaning 'little rock' or 'harmony'Modern coinage50
- AycenAycen is a modern invented name, likely formed by combining the popular sound of names like Aiden with a fashionable suffix or spelling variationModern coinage50
- AyazCold night breezePersian50
- AugustaMajestic, venerableLatin49
- AlexandroDefender of men, from the Greek AlexandrosLatin49
- AmyahDerived from Amaya, often associated with 'night rain' in Japanese or 'the end' in Basque, but also used as a modern English coinage with uncertain meaningModern coinage49
- AnayOf uncertain originModern coinage49
- Alexandrosdefender of menGreek49
- AdilJust, fair, equitableArabic49
- AmielGod is my peopleHebrew49
- AdvaithUnique, unparalleled, or non-dualSanskrit49
- ArishaOf debated origin, likely a variant of Aisha meaning 'alive' or 'living' in Arabic, or a feminine form of Arish meaning 'righteous' in SanskritArabic49
- AsaadMore fortunate, happier, or more prosperous (elative form of sa'id)Arabic49
- AmeriAmeri is a modern invented name, likely a blend of elements from names like Amari or America, with no established meaningModern coinage49
- AnaleyaLikely a modern variant of Analia or Analeigh, but of uncertain specific meaningModern coinage49
- AniahA modern coinage, likely a variant of Anaya or Aniyah, possibly from Hebrew meaning 'God answered' or a respelling of AnayaModern coinage48
- AthanImmortalGreek48
- AugustoMajestic, venerable, or consecratedItalian48
- AvaleeA modern coinage blending Ava with the fashionable -lee suffixModern coinage48
- AisleyOf uncertain origin, possibly a modern English coinage inspired by similar-sounding names like Ainsley or AshleyModern coinage48
- AnaleighaOf uncertain originModern coinage48
- AzekielA modern coinage, likely a creative respelling or variant of Ezekiel, meaning 'God strengthens' in HebrewModern coinage48
- AvyayEternal, imperishable, or unchanging, often used as an epithet for the divine in HinduismSanskrit48
- Ayllaof uncertain originModern coinage48
- ArzoiOf uncertain originModern coinage48
- AinohaMeaning is debatedSpanish48
- AilanniPossibly a modern invented name, with no established traditional meaningModern coinage48
- Ahilany48
- AidynLittle fireIrish47
- AleksandraDefender of mankindSlavic47
- AbdulazizServant of the Almighty, one of God's attributes in IslamArabic47
- AleydaPossibly a variant of Alida, meaning 'small winged one', or a Spanish form of the Arabic name Aliyah, meaning 'exalted, lofty'Spanish47
- AinsleeUncertainEnglish47
- Aubreighof uncertain originModern coinage47
- AbdurrahmanServant of the Most Gracious (one of the names of God in Islam)Arabic47
- AhsanThe better, the more beautiful, or the most excellentArabic47
- AnyeliA modern invented name, likely formed from the popular suffix -eli combined with the initial sound of names like Angela or AnyaModern coinage47
- ArhaanA variant of Arhan, meaning 'ruler' or 'leader' in SanskritSanskrit47
- AgamOf uncertain originModern coinage47
- ArlowOf uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Arlo, which is of debated originEnglish47
- AzazelOf uncertain originHebrew47
- AzaniOf uncertain originModern coinage47
- AdinOf uncertain originHebrew46
- ArchOf uncertain originEnglish46
- AsanteThank you, or gratitude, in SwahiliAfrican46
- AbimaelGod is my fatherHebrew46
- AyomideMy joy has arrivedAfrican46
- AyeletGazelleHebrew46
- AzaleahThe name is derived from the azalea flower, symbolizing femininity and beautyModern coinage46
- ArianiOf uncertain originModern coinage46
- AarviA name of debated origin, possibly derived from Sanskrit meaning 'peace' or 'calm'Sanskrit46
- AyariOf uncertain originJapanese46
- AntonelaFemale diminutive of Anton, derived from the Roman family name Antonius, of uncertain meaning, possibly 'priceless' or 'flourishing'Slavic46
- Ammonof uncertain originHebrew45
- AsyaA short form of Anastasia, meaning 'resurrection'Greek45
- AyvahOf uncertain originModern coinage45
- AngeliAngeli is a feminine name of uncertain origin, often interpreted as a variant of Angela, meaning 'angel' or 'messenger of GodModern coinage45
- AaliyaExalted, sublime, or high, from the Arabic root for 'lofty'Arabic45
- AtaraCrown, wreathHebrew45
- AriyanOf uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Aryan or a modern coinageModern coinage45
- AleinaOf debated origin, possibly a variant of Alina meaning 'noble' or 'bright', or a form of Elena meaning 'bright, shining light'Modern coinage45
- AcelynOf uncertain origin, likely a modern coined nameModern coinage45
- AlayiaPossibly a variant of Alaya, meaning 'dwelling, abode' in Sanskrit, or more likely a modern invented name combining elements of Alana and Maya or AaliyahModern coinage45
- AmylaOf uncertain originModern coinage45
- AanviA modern feminine name of uncertain meaning, possibly a variant of Anvi (derived from Sanskrit meaning 'second') or a creative spelling of AnveeSanskrit45
- AsraOf uncertain originArabic45
- AvyuktOf uncertain meaningSanskrit45
- AyyubOne who repeatedly returns to God in repentanceArabic45
- AmelianaOf uncertain originModern coinage45
- AlaniiOf uncertain originModern coinage45
- AylanniOf uncertain originModern coinage45
- AlineNoble, of noble kindFrench44
- AlyshaVariant of Alicia, ultimately derived from the Germanic name Adalheidis, meaning "noble type"English44
- AjaOf uncertain originModern coinage44
- AbelardoOf uncertain originItalian44
- AlainOf debated originFrench44
- Anaiyaof uncertain meaningModern coinage44
- Aleksandrdefender of menSlavic44
- AmarianaUncertainModern coinage44
- AleiahVariant of Aaliyah, meaning 'exalted' or 'high' in ArabicArabic44
- AadvikOne of a kind or unique, from the Sanskrit prefix 'a' (not) and 'dvika' (two), meaning 'without a second'Sanskrit44
- AitannaOften considered a modern invented name, possibly combining the sounds of names like Aida or Ana with the popular -anna suffixModern coinage44
- ArzoyiOf uncertain originModern coinage44
- ArnavOcean or sea in SanskritSanskrit43
- AlonaOf uncertain originHebrew43
- AmadaBeloved, worthy of loveSpanish43
- AnnastasiaResurrectionGreek43
- AbrarPious, virtuous, or good-heartedArabic43
- AnasofiaOf uncertain originModern coinage43
- AdalyOf uncertain originModern coinage43
- AlluraAttractive, alluring, or charmingModern coinage43
- AbdiasServant of GodHebrew43
- AhadOne of the Arabic names of God, meaning 'the One' or 'the Unique'Arabic43
- AaylaOf uncertain originModern coinage43
- AvrumOf debated originHebrew43
- AyaniUnknownModern coinage43
- AceynOf uncertain origin, likely a modern invented nameModern coinage43
- AzarFire or flame, also associated with the Persian month AzarPersian43
- AzylaOf uncertain originModern coinage43
- AynaraPerhaps from Tupi-Guarani meaning 'star' or from a variant of AinaSpanish43
- AmiFriend, beloved, or secondFrench42
- AngelesAngeles is a Spanish name meaning 'angels,' derived from the Spanish word for angelsSpanish42
- ArynOf uncertain originModern coinage42
- AbhiramOne who is pleasing, or one who is without sinSanskrit42
- AniylahOf uncertain originModern coinage42
- AissatouMay be derived from the Arabic name Aisha, meaning 'alive' or 'living'African42
- AdelinA short form of Adelina or a feminine variant of Adelin, ultimately from Germanic roots meaning 'noble'English42
- AvielleOf uncertain originModern coinage42
- AleisterOf debated origin, likely a Scottish variant of Alister, itself an Anglicized form of Alasdair, the Scottish Gaelic equivalent of Alexander, meaning 'defender of menScottish42
- AviellaFeminine form of Aviel, meaning 'God is my father' in HebrewHebrew42
- ArioOf uncertain origin, possibly a modern variant of names like Mario or a shortened form of ArianModern coinage42
- AreenOne suggested meaning is 'heavenly' or 'celestial', though the origin and meaning are debatedArabic42
- AkhariOf uncertain originModern coinage42
- AlexiDefender or helper of mankind, a short form of Alexis or AlexanderGreek41
- AzucenaLily flower, specifically the Madonna lilySpanish41
- AbdullahiServant of God (Arabic: عبد الله)Arabic41
- AlauraOf uncertain originModern coinage41
- AdiPossibly derived from Hebrew meaning 'my ornament' or from Sanskrit meaning 'first' or 'beginning'Hebrew41
- AlyssonOf uncertain originEnglish41
- AllisterOf uncertain origin, possibly a Scottish form of Alasdair (Alexander), meaning 'defender of mankindScottish41
- AvaleighCombination of Ava and Leigh, or a variant of Aveline meaning 'hazelnut'Modern coinage41
- AvelynA modern combination of Ava and Evelyn, often interpreted as 'desired' or 'life' (from Ava and Evelyn's etymologies, though not a traditional compound)Modern coinage41
- AyrtonOf uncertain originScottish41
- AesonOf uncertain originModern coinage41
- AziyaLikely a variant of Aziyah or Aaliyah, perhaps derived from Arabic meaning 'respected' or 'noble'Arabic41
- AzariasGod has helpedHebrew41
- AlaiiaPossibly a variant of Alaya or Aaliyah, often interpreted as 'exalted' or 'sublime' in Hebrew, but for this spelling the derivation is uncertainModern coinage41
- AarvikOf uncertain originModern coinage41
- AnnamarieCombination of Anna and MarieEnglish40
- AubriannaElf ruler or combination of Aubrey and AnnaEnglish40
- AmonOf uncertain originHebrew40
- AdilynOf uncertain originModern coinage40
- AarynOf uncertain originModern coinage40
- AmmyDerived from the name Amy, which likely comes from the Old French name Aimée, meaning "belovedFrench40
- AmadouPraiseworthy, one who is praisedArabic40
- AilinOf debated originIrish40
- AdamaOf debated originHebrew40
- AahanaFirst rays of the sun, dawnSanskrit40
- AmeliahOf uncertain originModern coinage40
- AariyahOf uncertain originModern coinage40
- AnnoraA variant of Honora, meaning 'honorEnglish40
- AmillionOf uncertain originModern coinage40
- AvinaLikely a modern coinage, possibly a combination of the sounds from names like Ava or Avi with the fashionable -ina suffixModern coinage40
- AithanOf uncertain meaning, possibly a modern invented variant of Ethan or AidanModern coinage40
- AnvayOne who is incomparableSanskrit40
- AnhadMeaning 'limitless' or 'boundless' in Punjabi and SanskritSanskrit40
- AnaizaOf uncertain originModern coinage40
- AtlusThe name Atlus is a modern invented name, likely combining the sound of Atlas with a fashionable ending -usModern coinage40
- Abbigailmy father is rejoicingHebrew39
- AnaleeA combination of Ana and Lee, often interpreted as 'gracious' or 'meadow'Modern coinage39
- AnaleighA modern name formed from elements of names like Ana and Lee, with no single established meaningModern coinage39
- AineRadiance, splendor, or brillianceIrish39
- AislingDream or vision (from Old Irish aislinge)Irish39
- AadiOf uncertain originSanskrit39
- AnniaOf uncertain originHebrew39
- AcenOf uncertain originModern coinage39
- AtziOf uncertain originModern coinage39
- AsaanOf uncertain originArabic39
- AshleeFrom the Old English words for 'ash tree clearing' or 'dweller near the ash tree grove'English38
- AlyceOf noble kindEnglish38
- AnibalGrace or favorSpanish38
- AnwarMost bright, more luminous, or lightArabic38
- ArmenOf uncertain originModern coinage38
- AnsleeThe meaning is uncertainModern coinage38
- AurielleProbably a modern elaboration of Aura or Aurelia, with a French-sounding suffixModern coinage38
- AranOf uncertain originHebrew38
- AdelynneAdelynne is a modern spelling variant of Adeline, derived from the Germanic element 'adal' meaning 'noble'English38
- ArdaOf uncertain originModern coinage38
- AryOf uncertain originModern coinage38
- AnaghaOne who is incomparable or without sinSanskrit38
- AysonOf uncertain originModern coinage38
- AnalayaPossibly a modern coinage combining elements such as Ana- (from names like Ana or Annabel) and -laya (reminiscent of Alaya or Aalaya), with no single established meaningModern coinage38
- ArhanPossibly derived from Sanskrit 'arhaṇa' meaning 'worthy' or 'meriting,' but also considered a modern coinage from Turkish 'ar' (shame) + 'han' (khan) with uncertain intentModern coinage38
- AlannyLikely a modern invented name, possibly inspired by names like Alana or Alanna, but with no established meaningModern coinage38
- AlonnaOf uncertain originModern coinage37
- AuburnReddish-brown hair colorEnglish37
- AmalieWork or industriousGerman37
- AnnalynA combination of Anna and Lynn, typically interpreted as 'graceful lake' or 'favored one'Modern coinage37
- Adleeof uncertain originModern coinage37
- AdrielleOf uncertain originLatin37
- ArtemSafe and healthyGreek37
- AahilKing, prince, or great ruler, derived from ArabicArabic37
- AmeirOf uncertain origin, likely a variant of Amir, meaning 'prince' or 'commander' in ArabicArabic37
- ArshOf uncertain originPersian37
- ArianyOf uncertain originModern coinage37
- AzaOf uncertain originHebrew37
- Adalenanoble or of noble kindGerman37
- AurelieThe golden oneFrench37
- AkioBright man or autumn boy, depending on the kanji usedJapanese37
- AzharMost brilliant, most luminous, or most flourishingArabic37
- AdhiraLightning, or one who is quick and powerfulSanskrit37
- AzlaanOf uncertain originModern coinage37
- AdaleyaOf uncertain originModern coinage37