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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- AskariSoldier, military man, or guardArabic18
- AlhassanThe excellent, the goodArabic18
- AdalidaA modern coinage, likely a blend of Ada and Lida or a variant of AdelinaModern coinage18
- AlylaAlyla is likely a modern invented name, possibly a variant of Leila or Lila, meaning 'night' in Arabic, or a blend of names like Ayla and LilaModern coinage18
- AzariusDerived from the Hebrew name Azariah, meaning 'God has helpedHebrew18
- AraiyahProbably a modern invented name, possibly based on the sound of names like Aria or Mariah, or a variant of AaliyahModern coinage18
- Asierthe beginningSpanish18
- AuloraOf uncertain originModern coinage18
- AbdulahadServant of the One who is unique (referring to God)Arabic18
- AmnenOf uncertain originModern coinage18
- AeliaOf uncertain originLatin18
- AmilianoOf disputed originModern coinage18
- AnthuanOf uncertain originModern coinage18
- Anayat18
- Ahmiri18
- Azaylee18
- Azias18
- Alihan18
- Arev18
- Adelaya18
- Atlys18
- Avelie18
- Adassah18
- Akarii18
- Asmira18
- AngelitaLittle angelSpanish17
- AbbygailMy father is joy, a variant of the Hebrew name AbigailHebrew17
- AkilIntelligent, wise, or one who uses reasonArabic17
- AlexieDefender of mankindGreek17
- AnijahOf uncertain originModern coinage17
- AdariusOf uncertain origin, possibly a modern invented name combining the prefix Ad- with the popular suffix -ariusModern coinage17
- AvereeModern feminine name of uncertain meaning, likely a variant of Avery or AveriModern coinage17
- AndeeAndee is a variant of Andy, a diminutive of Andrew, which comes from the Greek name Andreas, meaning 'manly' or 'masculine'English17
- AravPeaceful, calmSanskrit17
- AmoretteLittle loveFrench17
- AkiBorn in autumn or bright / autumn, depending on the kanji usedJapanese17
- AngellyCombination of the name Angela and the popular suffix -ly, possibly intended as a modern, feminine spin on AngelModern coinage17
- AnastasiyaResurrectionSlavic17
- AasimOne who does good deeds or protects, typically interpreted as 'protector' or 'guardian'Arabic17
- AlennaPossibly a variant of Elena or AlanaModern coinage17
- AldricOld ruler, or old and powerfulGerman17
- AllyanaAllyana is a modern coinage, likely a blend of names like Alana, Alyana, or a variant of Eliana, but no single established meaningModern coinage17
- AynsleyHermitage in a clearingEnglish17
- AnshikaBeautifulSanskrit17
- AnastassiaResurrectionGreek17
- AraiyaOf uncertain originModern coinage17
- AmromOf uncertain originModern coinage17
- ArjayLikely a modern coinage formed from the initials RModern coinage17
- AzrielleOf uncertain originModern coinage17
- AdaliahGod is justHebrew17
- AaryavDerived from Sanskrit, generally understood to mean 'noble' or 'honorable'Sanskrit17
- AlucardLiterally 'Dracula' spelled backwardLiterary17
- AcsaAdornment, or a type of anklet ankletHebrew17
- AunestiOf uncertain or invented meaningModern coinage17
- AmyrieAmyrie is a modern American coinage, possibly formed from Amy or Amaia combined with the trendy suffix -rieModern coinage17
- AleehaVariant of Aaliyah, meaning 'exalted, sublime' or 'highborn'Arabic17
- AlekaiOf uncertain originModern coinage17
- AlessoAlesso is an Italian short form of Alessandro, meaning 'defender of mankind'Italian17
- AousOf uncertain originArabic17
- AcesynOf uncertain originModern coinage17
- AirahOf uncertain originModern coinage17
- AsanOf uncertain originModern coinage17
- AnahiaOf uncertain originModern coinage17
- AvonniAvonni is a name of uncertain meaning, likely a modern coinageModern coinage17
- Azaiyah17
- Ahinoa17
- Ariat17
- Aythana17
- Ayuri17
- Azario17
- Alleia17
- Azary17
- Ailanis17
- AshleighA feminine respelling of Ashley, derived from an Old English place name meaning 'ash tree clearing'English16
- AlstonOf uncertain originEnglish16
- ArsenioOf uncertain originSpanish16
- AnnahA variant spelling of Anna, which derives from Hebrew Hannah, meaning 'grace' or 'favor'Hebrew16
- AkhilComplete, whole, or perfect in SanskritSanskrit16
- ArlonOf uncertain originModern coinage16
- AnahyOf uncertain originModern coinage16
- AudriOf debated originEnglish16
- Aishahliving, prosperousArabic16
- AhtziriOf uncertain origin, possibly a modern invented nameModern coinage16
- AlekzanderA variant spelling of Alexander, meaning 'defender of men'Modern coinage16
- AddaOf uncertain originEnglish16
- AquilaEagle, a large bird of prey known for its strength and keen visionLatin16
- AngeliseOf uncertain originModern coinage16
- AnniyahOf uncertain originModern coinage16
- Aphroditeborn of sea foamGreek16
- AlinahAlinah is a modern variant of Alina, which is typically interpreted as 'noble' or 'bright' from Germanic roots, though alternative origins include Arabic 'exalted' or Greek 'light'Modern coinage16
- AlailaOf uncertain originModern coinage16
- AmariannaA combination of the names Amar and Anna, often interpreted as 'lovely grace' or 'eternal grace'Modern coinage16
- AishaniIt is of uncertain origin but often associated with the Hindi word for 'a kind of blessing' or 'desire'Sanskrit16
- AlanzoVariant of Alonzo, which is derived from the Visigothic name Alfonso, meaning 'noble and ready'Italian16
- AnneliGraceScandinavian16
- AnaiseOf uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Anais (from Hebrew Anna meaning 'grace') or a French elaborationFrench16
- AbuFather of (in Arabic, used as a kunya or epithet)Arabic16
- AmadiOne who seems destined to die at birth but survivesAfrican16
- AnellaOf uncertain originModern coinage16
- AnalynnA modern combination of Ana (often from Anna, meaning grace) and Lynn (meaning lake or pool)Modern coinage16
- AvantiOf uncertain origin, possibly meaning 'first' or 'forward' in Sanskrit, or an Italian word meaning 'forward' or 'onward'Modern coinage16
- Andrejmanly, braveSlavic16
- AreebaOf debated origin, possibly meaning 'wise' or 'intelligent' in ArabicArabic16
- AltairThe name means 'the flyer' or 'the bird,' referring to the brightest star in the constellation AquilaArabic16
- AvnerFather of light (or) my father is a lightHebrew16
- AbishaiEither 'my father is a gift' or 'father of a gift' in HebrewHebrew16
- AnnayaUncertainModern coinage16
- AmyrOf uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Amir meaning 'prince' or 'commander' in Arabic, or a derivation from Amyr, a Cornish form of EmperorArabic16
- AnariaOf uncertain originModern coinage16
- AreliaOf uncertain originEnglish16
- ArelVariant of Ariel, from Hebrew meaning 'lion of God'Hebrew16
- AlaizaOf uncertain meaningModern coinage16
- AmeiraPossibly a variant of Amira, meaning 'princess' or 'leader' in ArabicArabic16
- AyodejiJoy has become my crownAfrican16
- Artyomof uncertain originSlavic16
- AdonysOf uncertain originModern coinage16
- AhlayaThe meaning is uncertainModern coinage16
- AiyahOf uncertain originModern coinage16
- AnaliyaOf uncertain originModern coinage16
- AnastasijaResurrectionGreek16
- ArfaElevated, sublime, or most honorableArabic16
- ArnikaPossibly derived from the Sanskrit word 'arnika' meaning 'adored' or 'praised', though its specific meaning is debatedSanskrit16
- AlivianaLikely a modern coinage combining elements of names like Alivia and Ana, with no established meaningModern coinage16
- AnnaelleGrace, favorFrench16
- AsamiMorning beauty or harmony with beauty, depending on the kanji usedJapanese16
- AmaryProbably a modern coinage, likely inspired by the popular suffix -ary with the initial sound of names like Amy or AmandaModern coinage16
- AnzelUncertainModern coinage16
- ArkynOf uncertain originModern coinage16
- AjeetInvincible, unconquerableSanskrit16
- AdissonVariant of Addison, meaning 'son of Adam' or referring to the English surnameEnglish16
- AnoriMost likely a modern coined name, possibly derived from the popular suffix "-ori" or a variant of AnnikaModern coinage16
- AnahatEternal, infinite, or uninterrupted in SanskritSanskrit16
- AzuriahThe Lord is my helpHebrew16
- AbbaFatherHebrew16
- Azayliah16
- Avyansh16
- Anri16
- Avori16
- Amirie16
- Azorah16
- Adhiraj16
- Altay16
- Aarvin16
- Arnik16
- Aiunii16
- Avahni16
- Azayne16
- AngelicAngel-likeModern coinage15
- AimeVariant of Amy, derived from Old French Amee meaning 'beloved'English15
- AntwoneCombination of the prefix 'Ant-' (from Anthony) and the suffix '-wone' (modeled on names like Duane or Dwayne)Modern coinage15
- AlasiaOf uncertain originModern coinage15
- AkeelahOf uncertain originModern coinage15
- AntuanOf uncertain originFrench15
- AaniyahOf uncertain originModern coinage15
- AdeleneNoble, of noble kindEnglish15
- AmilOf uncertain originArabic15
- ApoloniaFeminine form of Apollonius, derived from the Greek god ApolloGreek15
- AliviahOf uncertain originModern coinage15
- AmyiahOf uncertain originModern coinage15
- AsmaaNamesakes, eminent ones (plural of the Arabic اسماء, asma, meaning 'names' or 'high status')Arabic15
- AristeoBest, excellentSpanish15
- AlaunaOf uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Alana or Alaina, meaning 'little rock' or 'harmony'Modern coinage15
- AllianaCombination of the prefix Al- (from names like Aliyah) and the suffix -iana, often interpreted as 'noble' or 'lofty' by association with related namesModern coinage15
- ArringtonOf uncertain originModern coinage15
- AbenaBorn on TuesdayAfrican15
- AliannahOf uncertain originModern coinage15
- AdarshIdealSanskrit15
- AinslieOf debated originScottish15
- ArnaDerived from the Old Norse element 'ǫrn', meaning 'eagle'Scandinavian15
- AreejFragrant scent, especially the aroma of musk or perfumeArabic15
- AyumiWalk, path, or stepJapanese15
- AvaroseA modern compound of Ava and Rose, meaning "life" or "bird" combined with the flower name RoseModern coinage15
- AaminahSafe, secure, trustworthy, or faithfulArabic15
- AnuheaBeautiful fragrance or heavenly scentHawaiian15
- AylenePossibly a variant of Aileen or Eileen, ultimately derived from the Irish Eibhlín, meaning 'desired' or 'radiant'Irish15
- AurieOf uncertain originModern coinage15
- AdalinModern coinage, likely a blend of Ada or Adelaide with the popular -lin suffixModern coinage15
- AbdurahmanServant of the Most Merciful, one of the names of God in IslamArabic15
- AmorieDerived from the name Amor, meaning 'love' or 'affection' in Latin and Spanish, but used as a modern coinage without a fixed meaningModern coinage15
- AdaleyOf uncertain origin, likely a modern invented nameModern coinage15
- AnikOf uncertain originSanskrit15
- AlterDerived from Yiddish meaning 'old' or 'elder', often used as a name for a firstborn sonHebrew15
- AariahOf uncertain originModern coinage15
- AramintaOften interpreted as a feminization of the Hebrew name Aram, or as a variant of Araminta, a name possibly coined in the 17th century from Latin elementsLiterary15
- AhyanOf debated originArabic15
- AhanOf uncertain meaningSanskrit15
- AmalaPure, virtuous (Sanskrit), or hopes (Arabic)Sanskrit15
- AviannahOf uncertain originModern coinage15
- AtheaThe meaning is uncertainModern coinage15
- AlonnahOf uncertain originModern coinage15
- AudrielleNoble strength, derived from the Germanic element "adal" meaning noble and "hari" meaning armyEnglish15
- AsahelGod has madeHebrew15
- AasiyaOne who comforts, soothes, or tends toArabic15
- AmaliOf uncertain originModern coinage15
- AveaLikely a modern invented name, possibly inspired by Ava or Avery, with no established meaningModern coinage15
- AmyriOf uncertain originModern coinage15
- ArohiA traditional Indian name meaning 'ascending' or 'rising', often associated with melodySanskrit15
- AalayaOf uncertain originModern coinage15
- AndrielOf uncertain originModern coinage15
- AleniOf uncertain originModern coinage15