Names Starting With A
Browse our collection of baby names beginning with the letter A.
Finnish form of Abraham.
Finnish form of Ada 1.
Possibly a Somali form of Adam.
Finnish form of Adolf.
Short form of names beginning with the Old German element alb "elf".
Danish and Norwegian form of Áki.
The name A'ali, derived from the Arabic root علا (ʿalā), means 'high, lofty, sublime'. It conveys a sense of elevation and grandeur, often associated with nobility and excellence. In Arabic culture, names like A'ali are chosen to reflect desirable qualities and aspirations.
Old French form of Alice.
Feminine form of Aali. It was popularized in the English-speaking world by the singer Aaliyah Haughton (1979-2001), who was known simply as Aaliyah. This name received a boost in popularity after she released her debut album in 1994, and also in 2001 after her untimely death in an airplane crash.
Means "hopes, aspirations" in Arabic (a plural form of Amal 1).
Fula form of Ahmad.
Aamina is an alternate transcription of the Arabic name آمنة (Amina), which means 'trustworthy' or 'faithful'. It is also used as the Somali form of the name. The name carries connotations of reliability and trustworthiness, reflecting its Arabic roots.
Aaminah is an alternate transcription of the Arabic name آمنة (Amina), which means 'trustworthy' or 'faithful'. The name is commonly used in Islamic cultures and holds significant cultural and religious importance.
Fula form of Amina 1.
The name Aamir, derived from the Arabic root عمر (ʿamara), signifies 'prosperous, substantial, populated'. It embodies the essence of thriving and living a long, fruitful life. This name is often chosen to reflect a wish for prosperity and vitality in the bearer's life.
Aamir 2 is a variant of the name Amir 1, which is of Arabic origin meaning 'prince' or 'commander'. The name has been used in various cultures and languages, often retaining its original connotations of leadership and nobility.
The name 'Aamu' originates from the Finnish word for 'morning'. In ancient Egyptian context, it was used to designate West Asians, often translated as 'Western Asiatic', and might specifically refer to Canaanites or Amorites. The term is a loanword from an early Semitic term meaning 'inhabitant of the south (of Palestine)'.
The name 'Aanakwad' originates from the Ojibwe language, where it means 'cloud'. This name is deeply rooted in the natural world, reflecting the Ojibwe people's connection to their environment and the significance they place on natural phenomena.
The name 'Aang' originates from the Chinese characters 安 (ān) meaning 'peace, quiet' and 昂 (áng) meaning 'raise, lift'. It is the name of the titular protagonist of the American animated television series 'Avatar: The Last Airbender' (2005-2008). Aang is the last surviving Airbender, a monk of the Air Nomads' Southern Air Temple, and the youngest ever airbending master. As the Avatar, he controls all four elements (water, earth, fire, and air) and is tasked with bringing balance and keeping the Four Nations at peace.
Finnish form of Abel.
Finnish form of Abraham.
Aaralyn is a modern feminine name, an elaboration of the traditional name Aaron, combined with the popular suffix 'lyn'. This name reflects a contemporary trend in naming practices, where traditional names are given a feminine twist through the addition of suffixes like 'lyn', 'lynn', or 'lynne'. Aaralyn carries connotations of strength and tradition, inherited from Aaron, while also embodying a modern, feminine identity.
Variant or feminine form of Aaron.
Finnish and Estonian form of Arne 1.
Finnish form of Arne 1, also associated with the archaic word aarni meaning "treasure".
Finnish and Estonian form of Aaron.
The name Aaron originates from the Hebrew name אַהֲרֹן (ʾAharon), which is most likely of unknown Egyptian origin. Some theories suggest a Hebrew derivation, with meanings such as "high mountain" or "exalted". In the Old Testament, Aaron is the older brother of Moses and served as his spokesman when they appealed to the Pharaoh to release the Israelites from slavery. Aaron's rod produced miracles and plagues to intimidate the Pharaoh. After the departure from Egypt and arrival at Mount Sinai, God installed Aaron as the first high priest of the Israelites, promising that his descendants would become the priesthood. The name has been used in English since the Protestant Reformation.
Spanish form of Aaron.
Dutch form of Aaron.
Means "treasure" in Finnish. It may also be used as a variant of the uncommon older name Aaretti, itself from a Low German form of Arnold.