Female and male names starting with the letter "A" .
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ALICJA
FemininePolish feminine name derived from the Germanic Adalheidis, meaning 'noble kind'.
ALICK
MasculineRare Scottish given name derived from Alec, a variant of Greek-origin Alexander meaning 'defending men'.
ALICYA
FemininePolish-derived name meaning 'noble', popularized during the Middle Ages among Polish nobility.
ALICYN
FeminineUnique American female name coined mid-20th century, potentially meaning 'noble' or 'truthful', reaching peak popularity in 1982.
ALIDA
FeminineAlida, a Dutch-origin name, signifies 'noble in battle' combining Old Germanic elements adal (noble) and hild (battle). Once popular among Dutch aristocracy during the Middle Ages, Alida is now less common but still carries powerful connotations of valor and courage.
ALIDIA
FeminineLatin-origin female name meaning 'other' or 'different', reflecting its historical use for children born under unusual circumstances.
ALIDIYA
FeminineUnique Swahili female name with Arabic origins, derived from "Ali" meaning "elevated," and combined with a feminine suffix "-iya.
ALIE
FeminineHebrew-origin name meaning "ascending" or "going up," symbolizing strength and resilience.
ALIE
MasculineDistinctive French female given name derived from 'Alienor', meaning 'noble battle'. It was famously borne by Eleanor of Aquitaine, a powerful medieval figure.
ALIEA
FeminineThe unique name Aliea, of unknown origin, has gained popularity in recent years due to its captivating nature and potential for personal interpretation.
ALIEAH
FeminineUnique Hebrew name that means "my God is Lord" or "my God is Yahweh.
ALIECE
FeminineThe name Aliece, an English variant of Alice, derives from Old French Aalis, meaning 'noble kind' or 'noble battle'.
ALIECIA
FeminineUnique female given name of unknown origin and uncertain meaning, with theories suggesting it could be a variant spelling of Alicia or Alice, or a portmanteau of two names like Alison and Melissa.
ALIEDA
FeminineRare Greek name meaning 'to defend' or 'protect', associated with strength and courage.
ALIEE
FeminineModern French feminine name derived from Ali, meaning "exalted" or "noble".
ALIEEN
FeminineUnique, exotic girl's name of unknown origin, with no widely accepted meaning or historical basis. Its popularity has grown recently in English-speaking countries despite its mysterious beginnings.
ALIEGHA
FeminineRare Italian name derived from the surname 'Alighieri', carrying connotations of transformation and evolution.
ALIEN
FeminineUnconventional, extraterrestrial-inspired name derived from Latin 'alienus', meaning 'belonging to another.'
ALIENA
FeminineDistinctive Latin-derived girls' name meaning 'alien' or 'stranger', first appearing in English literature as Guinevere's sister in "Le Morte d'Arthur".
ALIENE
FeminineRare, distinctive given name with unknown origins and uncertain meaning.
ALIENNA
FeminineDistinctive Greek name meaning 'foreign' or 'belonging to another', historically referring to non-natives in ancient Greece.
ALIENOR
FeminineFrench origin, derived from the Occitan name Alenor, brought to France by Eleanor of Aquitaine around 1122 AD. It means "noble and bright," composed of Germanic elements 'adal' and 'heid'. Despite its historical significance, it remains relatively uncommon today but offers a unique and elegant naming choice.
ALIERA
FeminineRare and captivating name of uncertain origin, with possible ties to Welsh "noble sea" or Italian "cheerful," making each bearer's interpretation unique.
ALIESA
FeminineCaptivating Hebrew feminine given name, derived from Elisha, meaning 'God is my salvation.'
ALIESE
FeminineGreek-origin name derived from 'alexein', meaning 'to defend' or 'protect'. It carries connotations of courage and strength, popular among parents seeking to inspire these qualities in their daughters. Notable figures include mathematician Alise Steinschneider.
ALIESHA
FeminineRare Hebrew name derived from "aliya," meaning "ascension" or "to ascend," and signifying elevation or rising progress.
ALIESHIA
FeminineUnique Hebrew name derived from 'Aliyah', meaning 'ascend'.
ALIETTE
FeminineRare yet elegant French female name originating from the Occitan phrase "als eits," meaning "at times" or "sometimes," suggesting adaptability and change.
ALIEU
MasculineWest African given name, prevalent in Senegal, that means "elevated one" or "little Ali," with roots in Wolof language.
ALIEYA
FemininePersian name meaning "exalted by God," composed of "ali" (elevated) and "yah" (God), conveying nobility and grandeur.
ALIEYAH
FeminineUnique and meaningful Hebrew name, derived from the word 'aliya,' meaning 'to ascend.' It carries significant historical and spiritual importance in Judaism, symbolizing unity, redemption, and the fulfillment of religious obligations.
ALIEZA
FeminineHebrew name derived from 'aliyah,' meaning 'ascend' or 'go up', signifying the immigration of Jews to Israel and symbolizing their return to their ancestral homeland.
ALIEZAH
FeminineUnique Hebrew feminine given name that signifies elevation or aspiration, derived from the Hebrew word "aliya" meaning "to ascend.
ALIF
MasculineArabic male given name derived from the first letter of the Arabic alphabet, signifying "the one" or "the absolute" in Islamic tradition.
ALIFA
FeminineArabic name derived from the first letter of the Arabic alphabet, 'alif', used to indicate the start of a new phrase in text. It has no widespread recognition outside Arab communities and no specific meaning or history behind it.
ALIHA
FeminineUnique Arabic female name meaning 'elevated', originating from ancient Arabia where it was associated with noble women of wisdom and elegance.
ALIHAN
MasculineTurkish name derived from 'Ali', meaning 'elevated' or 'exalted', and 'Han', signifying 'chief' or 'ruler'. Together, Alihan translates to 'exalted chief' or 'elevated ruler'.
ALII
FeminineHawaiian name of regal origin, derived from the word 'ali'i' meaning 'high chief' or 'royalty'.
ALII
MasculineHawaiian origin, historically associated with royalty like King Kamehameha I, III, and Queen Kapiolani.
ALIIA
FeminineUnique Arabic female given name derived from the word "ali" meaning elevated or exalted. It was originally used as a title for royalty and has since evolved into a popular name in many parts of the world, particularly among Muslim communities.