Female and male names starting with the letter "A" .

Anthony is a Latin name derived from Antonius, which means 'highly praiseworthy'.

Anthony is a classic name of Latin origin meaning "blooming" or "flourishing," popularized by historical figures like Mark Antony and widely used today.

Arabic given name derived from "anwa," meaning "to shine" or "radiate light," signifying brightness and radiance.

Charming Dutch name derived from 'anx' meaning 'grace', popularized worldwide after gaining traction in the Netherlands during the 20th century.

Armenian female given name derived from the ancient Armenian word "anush," meaning "graceful, beautiful." It was popularized by Hovhannes Toumanian's novel "Anoush" and is now recognized globally.

Persian female name meaning 'sweet' or 'graceful', inspired by the legendary wise king Anushiravan.

Unique and beautiful Persian name meaning 'glorious star', combining 'praise' or 'glory' with 'star'.

Anoushka: Indian origin name meaning "follower" from Sanskrit word "Anusa", popular for its beauty and significance, often associated with intelligence, creativity, and independence.

Elegant Khmer name meaning "Ancient Gold", popularized during Cambodia's medieval empire due to its association with power and timeless beauty.

Captivating Latin-derived name meaning 'new', popularized in recent years due to its modern sound and significant meaning of new beginnings, innovation and originality.

Hebrew unisex name meaning 'humility', gaining popularity worldwide as a distinctive choice signifying wisdom and compassion.

Uncommon yet captivating name with uncertain Latin roots possibly meaning "grain," although this has not been definitively proven. Its exact meaning remains unclear, but it is associated with abundance and fruitfulness in some interpretations. Popularized recently by actress Anovia Baldwin, it is a distinctive choice despite its elusive origins and meanings.

Anqi, of Chinese origin, means "Peaceful Jade," combining serenity ("An") and gracefulness ("Qi").

Rare Chinese given name created by Li Qingzhao during the Song Dynasty, meaning 'Peaceful Power' or 'Tranquil Authority', reflecting balance between serenity and power.

Distinctive African-derived name from the Yoruba tribe, meaning "Life's Fifth.

African American name derived from Latin words meaning "water" and "full of". It has no historical significance but offers a unique sound and meaning.

Rare French female given name derived from "anque," meaning "angle" or "corner.

Anquetta, derived from Latin "aqua," means 'water' and has historical ties to ancient Roman goddesses like Aquaria, as well as Christian martyr Saint Anquetta.

Rare yet captivating French name with Occitan roots, derived from 'anqueta', meaning 'little bell'.

Anquetta is an American given name created by poet Ogden Nash in 1938, with no known meaning but notable for its distinctive 'q' spelling.

Uncommon African given name derived from Yoruba culture, meaning 'wise' or 'royal'.

Uncommon French given name derived from Occitan "Encanta," meaning 'enchantment' or 'charm'.

Captivating Chinese name meaning 'tranquil thus', combining the characters '安' (ān) for peaceful and '然' (rán) for thus.

Elegant Welsh unisex name meaning 'silver' or 'white', originating from ancient Welsh word 'anner'.

Andrea is an Italian name of Latin origin, meaning 'manly' or 'warrior', popular among males and females throughout history.

Andrew is a popular English male given name derived from Greek 'Andreas', meaning "manly" or "gifted with manliness".

Japanese name composed of "安" (peace) and "理" (reason), signifying harmony and balance. It's often associated with serenity and wisdom, conveying positivity and tranquility.

Japanese name meaning "calm" or "peaceful reason".

Unique African unisex name from the Fulani ethnic group, meaning "help" or "assistance.

Sanskrit-derived, unisex name meaning 'modest' or 'gentle', popularized in ancient India but now globally recognized despite its rarity.

Arabic name meaning 'helpers' or 'supporters', derived from the historic figure of the same name who assisted Prophet Muhammad.

Arabic name meaning 'helper' or 'supporter', popularized by historical figures like Abu Ayyub al-Ansari, and holds significant religious meaning in Islam.

Germanic male given name derived from the elements "ans" meaning "god" or "divine", and "helm" meaning "helmet" or "protection". It translates to "protection of god" or "divine helmet". Popularized during medieval Europe, Ansel was notably borne by Saint Anselm of Canterbury. Despite its historical significance, it remains relatively uncommon today but has seen recent resurgence in English-speaking countries.

Rare, German-origin given name meaning "god's helmet".

German origin, signifies 'noble' or 'venerable', connoting strength and power.

Historic Germanic masculine name translating to "God's helmet," signifying divine protection. It was famously borne by Saint Anselm of Canterbury and in Victor Hugo's novel, "Les Misérables." Despite its rich history, it remains rare today as a given name.

Rare yet meaningful female name of German origin, derived from "ans" meaning god and "helm" meaning helmet, thus signifying protection by God.

Italian given name of Latin origin, meaning 'careful' or 'attentive', popular among medieval Italian nobility. Notable bearers include Saint Anselm of Canterbury and Saint Anselm of Havelberg, known for their contributions to theology and promoting peace. Today, it remains relatively uncommon but carries associations with culture, intellect, and spirituality.

Anselmo is of Latin origin, meaning 'protection' or 'shield', derived from the Germanic elements 'ansu' (god) and 'helm' (helmet). It has been used historically across Spanish, Italian, and German cultures.

Rare Hebrew male given name meaning "answer" or "response," with biblical and Talmudic references making it distinctive and culturally significant.