Female and male first names beginning with the letter “A”..

ALFONSON

Male

Spanish name derived from Old German Adalfonso, meaning "noble wolf".

ALFONZA

Male

Rare Hispanic name derived from the German Adalfuns, meaning 'noble and ready'.

ALFONZIA

Male

Italian name of Latin origin meaning "noble" or "ready for battle," popular among royalty throughout history.

ALFONZIE

Male

Distinctive Spanish name derived from Alfonso, meaning 'noble sea' or 'ready for the sea.'

ALFONZO

Male

Distinctive Spanish name derived from Germanic elements meaning "noble and generous". It has a rich history, notably borne by King Alfonso I of Castile, and gained popularity across Europe due to its royal connections.

ALFORD

Male

English name derived from the Old English words "alf" meaning elf or warrior and "fordin" meaning ford or river crossing, thus signifying 'elf ruler' or 'warrior at the river crossing'.

ALFORD

Female

English surname derived from Old English elements "ælf" meaning elf or noble, and "ford" referring to a shallow river crossing. It translates to "elf-shaped ford" or "noble crossing".

ALFORNIA

Male

Distinctive female Spanish name coined by Federico García Lorca in his play 'Doña Rosita la Soltera.' Derived from the word 'alfombra' meaning carpet, Alfornia reflects Lorca's admiration for traditional Spanish carpets and Andalusian culture. The name carries literary significance due to its use in Lorca's work and is perceived as strong-willed and empowering.

ALFREAD

Male

Alfred is a Germanic name meaning 'elf counsel' or 'noble advice', popularized by King Alfred the Great who defended England against Viking invaders in the 9th century.

ALFREADA

Female

Unique Scandinavian name meaning 'elf-battle', derived from Old Norse Álfhildr.

ALFRED

Female

Germanic name derived from "adal" (noble) and "wulf" (wolf), translating to "noble wolf". It was popularized by Alfred the Great, King of Wessex in the late 9th century, known for his bravery against Viking invaders. Throughout history, notable figures like Alfred, Lord Tennyson and Alfred Nobel have contributed to its enduring popularity today, often associated with wisdom, leadership, and strength.

ALFRED

Male

Germanic male name meaning 'noble power', derived from Old German elements, popularized by historical figures like Alfred the Great.

ALFREDA

Female

Germanic feminine name derived from Adalhard, meaning "noble" or "bold".

ALFREDA

Male

Germanic female given name derived from the Old German elements 'adal' (noble) and 'fridu' (peace), translating to 'noble peace'.

ALFREDDIE

Male

Unusual male given name of unknown origin, potentially a combination of Alfred and Freddie. Despite lacking historical records or meaning, some choose this unique name for personal significance or to honor family members named Alfred or Freddie.

ALFREDIA

Female

Unique female name of Latin origin, meaning "white" or associated with pure, beautiful lilies.

ALFREDO

Female

Italian name derived from Adalhard, meaning "noble and strong".

ALFREDO

Male

Spanish male given name derived from Germanic elements, meaning 'noble ruler'.

ALFREDRICK

Male

Unique American name combining Alfred and Richard, conveying strength and bravery, though without an explicit meaning.

ALFREEDA

Female

Uncommon Latin-origin given name derived from "albus," meaning white or bright, translating to "noble and bright". It was historically significant in Roman culture, symbolizing purity and innocence, and later popularized in Spain and Portugal. Saint Alfrede (also known as Alfrida or Elfriede), a German princess who dedicated her life to serving God, is among notable individuals with this name. Today, Alfreeda remains rare yet meaningful, offering elegance and individuality for parents seeking distinctive names.

ALFREIDA

Female

Spanish name derived from German Alfrida, meaning 'noble peace'.

ALFRETTA

Female

Uncommon Italian feminine given name derived from "alfredo," meaning "elf counsel." It was historically used by prominent Italian families to emphasize intelligence and good judgment.

ALFRIDA

Female

Germanic female name meaning "noble peace".

ALFRIEDA

Female

Rare German feminine given name composed of "Alfred" meaning "elf counsel" or "noble advice", and "-freda" meaning "peace". Its interpretation suggests "noble peace" or "elf peace".

ALFY

Male

Rare Hebrew name meaning 'ox,' derived from 'Eleph.' Popularized in the Middle Ages as a diminutive of Eleazar, it's featured in literature like Mary Howitt's "The History of Alfy Baker.

ALGA

Female

Rare Spanish name derived from 'alga', meaning seaweed, evoking oceanic vastness and mystery.

ALGA

Male

Rare Latin-derived female name meaning 'growth' and 'abundance', inspired by seaweed or algae.

ALGEAN

Female

Unique given name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from 'Algerian' or created as a distinct alternative.

ALGENE

Male

Rare Latin-derived name meaning 'white', historically associated with purity and innocence, and known for Saint Algene, a Christian martyr in the 3rd century.

ALGENE

Female

Uncommon name of unknown origin, with no definitive records or sources providing its meaning. It may be a made-up name created by an author or a rare variant spelling of another name.

ALGENIS

Male

Rare Latin-derived name whose meaning remains uncertain but is often associated with the sea or nobility.

ALGER

Male

Unique French-derived name originating from the historic city Algiers in Algeria, meaning "the islands" in Arabic.

ALGERD

Male

Singular, uncommon name of uncertain origin, with no known etymology or historical significance. It has been recorded only once in the United States, in 2018, making it one of the rarest boy names that year. Its meaning and origins remain unknown due to lack of historical records.

ALGERIA

Female

Arabic-derived given name meaning "the islands," inspired by the city Algiers which once stood on four islands.

ALGERINE

Female

Rare female given name of Spanish origin derived from the city of Algiers in Algeria, meaning "the islands" or "the coast" in Arabic.

ALGERNON

Male

Unique English boys' name derived from the Anglo-Saxon Ælfgar, meaning 'elf-spear.'

ALGERT

Male

Rare, German-origin name meaning "strong elf" or "powerful fairy," popular among medieval European nobility.

ALGERTHA

Female

Distinctive female name of German origin, composed of "adal" meaning "noble" and "gartha" signifying "enclosure," translating to "illustrious garden.

ALGIA

Male

Rare feminine given name of Latin origin, potentially derived from 'alga,' meaning seaweed or algae, symbolizing growth and adaptability.

ALGIA

Female

Rare Greek given name meaning 'pain' or 'suffering,' historically associated with resilience and endurance.