Female and male names most popular from last year starting with the letter "A" - page 11.
Anas
Arabic masculine given name meaning 'to assist' or 'to help', derived from the Semitic root 'n-w-s'.
Aryah
Captivating Hebrew name meaning 'lioness', with rich Jewish history and growing global popularity.
Amarah
Distinctive African name of Yoruba origin, translating to 'powerful' or 'commanding respect', drawing from West African folklore where it signifies thunder and strength.
Aracely
Aracely, of Spanish origin, means 'spider' but is not associated with it; a unique, elegant female name gaining popularity worldwide.
Avaya
Sanskrit-derived name meaning "the first ray of sun" or "the first light of the morning.
Aashvi
Meet Aashvi, an Indian origin name derived from Sanskrit 'Ashvini', meaning 'having horses'. In Hindu mythology, Ashvini twins are considered guardians of health.
Alessa
Italian-origin name meaning 'defending men', originally used by Greeks/Romans as a male name before evolving into a female name in Italy.
Aubrey
English name of Germanic origin, derived from 'álr' meaning 'all,' and 'beorht' meaning 'bright', translating to 'noble and bright'. Originally used as a boy's name during the Middle Ages, it has gained popularity in recent years for girls due to its appealing sound.
Ailyn
Basque-derived feminine name meaning 'the bright one', first used in the medieval period.
Ayat
Arabic feminine given name derived from 'ayat', meaning 'signs or verses' in the Quran.
Aira
Meet Aira, a captivating name of Japanese origin derived from 'ai', meaning 'love'.
Aiza
Unique and powerful-sounding Middle Eastern name of Arabic origin, popular in countries like Egypt, Syria, and Lebanon. It is derived from the male name "Aziz," meaning "powerful" or "mighty," but is often used as a unisex name. Despite its male origins, Aiza has become strongly associated with femininity due to its soft sound and increasing popularity among women worldwide.
Asia
Asia, derived from the Greek word for continent Asia, has been used historically as both a geographical reference and a female given name with meanings of royalty and elegance.
Amarion
American boy's name of unknown origin and meaning.
Aysel
Charming Turkish feminine name derived from "ay" (moon) and "-sel" (like/resembling), translating to "like the moon".
Axle
English given name derived from 'axle', the central shaft of a wheel, recently gaining popularity, particularly in the US, though it lacks traditional historical use or specific meaning beyond its mechanical origin.
Aleksander
Greek origin, meaning 'defender of the people' or 'helper of mankind', composed of 'aleks' meaning 'to defend' and 'ander' meaning 'man'. It gained popularity during the Middle Ages through Alexander the Great.
Aadya
Indian name of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'beginning' or 'first'.
Adore
Unique unisex name of Hebrew origin, derived from "adar" meaning 'majestic' or 'noble', popularized by its association with King Ador of Edom, and appealing to English speakers due to its phonetic qualities.
Alder
English name derived from the Old English word 'æld', meaning 'elf'. It is associated with the alder tree, native to Europe and western Asia, which was often linked to elves in mythology.
Arizona
Unique female given name derived from the Spanish phrase 'Arizonac', meaning 'small spring', and reflecting the rich Hispanic history of the American Southwest.
Austin
English name derived from Augustine, meaning "great" or "magnificent," popularized by various saints and scholars throughout history.
Agatha
Feminine given name of Latin origin, meaning "lamb," derived from the Latin word "agnus.
Alissa
Female given name of Greek origin, meaning "joyful" or "happy", derived from the Greek word "alè". It has been popular throughout history, particularly in Russia, and internationally since the late 20th century despite variations in spelling such as Alessa and Alyssa.
Anton
Latin-origin masculine given name meaning 'praiseworthy'.
Ashanti
African-origin name from Ghana's Akan people, derived from 'Asante' meaning 'because of wars,' signifying bravery, resilience, peace, and unity.
Adalia
Greek name derived from the word "adalis," meaning "noble." It was popular among ancient Greek families and has been associated with strength, nobility, and elegance throughout history.
Akiva
Hebrew given name of uncertain origin, but it holds significant historical importance.
Amani
Swahili name meaning 'peace', symbolizing harmony and tranquility.
Amya
Sanskrit origin, means "night" or "darkness," signifying the mysterious and enchanting aspects of the night sky.
Arman
Armenian name meaning 'peace', derived from ancient 'aramin'.
Addalyn
Rare, captivating name believed to blend Adeline ('noble protection') and Adelaine ('noble kindliness'), though its exact origin remains uncertain.
Adnan
Arabic male name meaning 'to breathe', associated with the Islamic prophet Adam, often chosen for its noble connotation.
Ailana
Ailana, a unique Hawaiian name meaning 'joyous', 'happy' or 'heavenly flower', is deeply rooted in Hawaiian culture and mythology.
Aleyah
Captivating female name of Arabic origin, meaning 'night beauty' or 'beauty of the night', derived from 'layl' and symbolizing wisdom in Islamic culture.
Arabelle
Captivating French name derived from 'arabe', meaning 'Arabian'.
Ally
English unisex name derived from 'ally', meaning 'helper'. It's often used as a shortened form of names like Alberta or Allison and has gained popularity in recent years for its unique, gender-neutral appeal and positive connotations.
Angely
Angely, derived from the Latin 'Angelus,' signifies 'divine messenger' or 'angel,' conveying heavenly beauty and grace.
Ashton
English name derived from 'æscetun', meaning 'ash tree settlement'. It has been used as both a given name and surname for centuries, popularized by notable figures like Ashton Kutcher and Ashton Shepherd.
Adilynn
Unique, Arabic-derived female name meaning 'justice' or 'fairness'.