Female and male names starting with the letter "A" .
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ALETTE
FeminineUnique, Dutch-derived name originally given to those living near water, signifying grace, elegance, and adaptability.
ALETZA
FeminineStriking Basque name meaning 'beauty' or 'charm', traditionally used for females but suitable for either gender.
ALEVIA
FemininePersian name meaning 'noble' or 'elevated', originally given to individuals of high rank.
ALEX
MasculineGreek-derived name meaning 'to defend' or 'protect', popular among various cultures since ancient times.
ALEX
FemininePopular male given name of Greek origin, derived from Alexandros meaning "defender of mankind".
ALEXA
FeminineGreek name that means 'defending men', derived from 'alexein' meaning 'to defend'. It was popular in ancient Greece for strong families and has historical significance, unrelated to Amazon's virtual assistant.
ALEXA
MasculineFeminine Greek name meaning "to defend" or "to protect".
ALEXADER
MasculineAlexander is a Greek name meaning 'defender of the people', derived from 'alexein' (to defend) and 'andros' (man). It's been popular throughout history, notably borne by Alexander the Great and Alexander Graham Bell.
ALEXADRA
FeminineAlexandra is a female given name of Greek origin, meaning 'defending men' or 'protecting men', first used in the 4th century BC for Princess Alexandra of Macedon.
ALEXAH
FeminineUnique, Greek-derived feminine form of Alexander meaning 'defending men'.
ALEXAMARIE
FeminineRare and intriguing name of unknown origin and meaning, first appearing in medieval French records around the 13th century. Its etymology remains unclear, but theories suggest it may be a variant of Alexander or a combination of Alex- and Amélie. Despite its mysterious origins, Alexamarie continues to be used as a given name for both girls and boys.
ALEXAN
MasculineGreek-derived name meaning 'to defend' or 'protect', historically popular among warriors and leaders.
ALEXANA
FeminineGreek-derived name meaning 'to defend' or 'protect', associated with strength and courage, and historically tied to the Greek goddess of war, Alexa.
ALEXAND
MasculineGreek-origin first name derived from Alexander, meaning 'defending men' or 'protecting mankind'. It has been widely popular throughout history, notably held by figures like Alexander the Great. In medieval Scotland, it was also commonly used.
ALEXANDA
FeminineGreek-origin unisex name derived from 'alexein', meaning 'to defend' or 'protect'.
ALEXANDAR
MasculineThe name Alexandar has Greek origins, derived from 'alexein', meaning 'to defend', and 'andros', translating to 'manly'. Popularized by Alexander the Great, this strong, leadership-connoting name remains popular across cultures.
ALEXANDE
MasculineAlexandre is a Greek name meaning 'defender of the people', popularized by Alexander the Great and used throughout history by notable figures including kings and authors like Alexandre Dumas.
ALEXANDER
FeminineGreek masculine given name meaning 'to defend' or 'ward off', associated with the god Alexander who protected against illness and misfortune.
ALEXANDER
MasculineGreek name meaning 'defender of mankind', popularized by Alexander the Great.
ALEXANDERA
FeminineRare Greek feminine form of Alexander, meaning "defending men" or "protecting mankind.
ALEXANDERIA
FeminineRare yet captivating Greek feminine variation of Alexander, meaning 'defending or protecting men', with a regal history dating back to Alexander the Great.
ALEXANDERJAMES
MasculineAlexander James is a distinctive Scottish male name composed of Alexander (Greek origin, meaning "defending men") and James (Hebrew origin, meaning "supplanter").
ALEXANDIA
FeminineAlexandria is a Greek-origin name derived from Alexander the Great's city in Egypt, meaning "defender of mankind".
ALEXANDIRA
FeminineAlexander is a Greek name meaning "defending men," with Alexandira being one of its female variations.
ALEXANDOR
MasculineThe name Alexander is of Greek origin, composed of 'ἀλέξω' meaning "to defend" and 'ᾶνδρος' meaning "man," translating to "defending men" or "protecting mankind.
ALEXANDR
FeminineAlexander, derived from Greek origins, means 'defender of mankind', with its popularity stemming from ancient Macedonian king Alexander the Great.
ALEXANDR
MasculineAlexander is a Greek name meaning "defender of the people", popularized by Alexander the Great and associated with strength and leadership throughout history.
ALEXANDRA
FeminineFeminine given name of Greek origin, meaning "defender of mankind," derived from "alexein" ("to defend") and associated with "andra" ("man"). It has been popular among royal families throughout history, notably Queen Alexandra of the United Kingdom, and has also appeared in literature such as Charlotte Brontë's "Jane Eyre." Today, it remains a classic choice for daughters due to its regal connotations and association with strength.
ALEXANDRA
MasculineThe feminine given name Alexandra originates from Greek, meaning "defending men" or "protecting mankind".
ALEXANDRAH
FeminineUnique and elegant Greek name meaning "defending men" or "protecting mankind.
ALEXANDRE
FeminineGreek origin, derived from 'Alexein', meaning 'to defend' or 'to protect', composed of 'alex' meaning 'defense' and 'ander' meaning 'man'. It has been popular throughout history due to its strong sound and heroic connotation, associating it with courage and leadership.
ALEXANDRE
MasculineGreek origin, derived from "alexein" meaning "to defend or protect." It was first used by Alexander the Great, and throughout history has been associated with power, strength, and leadership.
ALEXANDREA
FeminineRegal Greek-derived name meaning 'defender of mankind', popular among royalty throughout history, including Queen Alexandra of Denmark.
ALEXANDREIA
FeminineAlexandrea is a regal Greek name meaning 'defender of mankind'.
ALEXANDRER
MasculineThe captivating name Alexandrer is derived from the Greek words 'alexein' meaning 'to defend or protect', and 'ander', linked to the god Androcles.
ALEXANDREW
MasculineUncommon English variant spelling of Alexander, meaning "defender of the people".
ALEXANDRIA
MasculineThe female name Alexandria is of Greek origin, derived from the city founded by Alexander the Great in Egypt around 331 BCE. It translates to "defending men" or "protecting mankind." Throughout history, several notable figures like Queen Alexandra of Denmark and American poet Audre Lorde have borne this unique and captivating name, which has also been used in popular culture as a character name. Today, Alexandria remains a rare yet distinctive choice for parents seeking an elegant and meaningful name for their daughters, embodying strength, intelligence, and grace.
ALEXANDRIA
FeminineCaptivating Greek-derived female name meaning 'defender of humankind', inspired by the ancient Egyptian city founded by Alexander the Great.
ALEXANDRIAH
FeminineUnique Greek feminine name derived from Alexander, meaning "defending men," with "-iah" adding a distinct feminine touch.
ALEXANDRINA
FeminineGreek-derived feminine given name meaning "defending men" or "defender of mankind," associated with royalty due to historic usage among European nobility, notably Queen Alexandrina Victoria of the United Kingdom (1837-1901).