421 amazing girl names that start with A

There are A lot of names to choose from

A is the most popular first letter for girl first names in our database. There is so much to uncover when looking at girl names that start with A…

• Many names starting with A have beautiful meanings and symbolic associations. For example, Amara means “eternal” or “immortal,” Aria signifies “air” or “melody,” and Athena represents the Greek goddess of wisdom.
• A multitude of cultures have names starting with A, allowing you to explore names from various regions and backgrounds. Whether it’s Anaya from Sanskrit, Alessia from Italian, or Adelaide from English, you can find global inspiration for your baby girl’s name.
• Names that start with A can create a pleasing alliteration when paired with a last name or middle name that also begins with the same letter. Additionally, A names often have a soft and melodic sound, making them gentle and elegant choices.

We like to have a little fun with our name lists so we’ve created some categories to get the juices flowing for you:

• Astonishing Ambiguity: Ah, the charm of ambiguous names that keep you guessing. Meet Alex, the moniker that dances between Alexandra and Alexandria, leaving you in delightful suspense. Is she an Alexandra with a touch of mystery or an Alexandria with a dash of brevity? The choice is yours.
• Astounding Archetypes: Ah, the power of archetypal names that conjure legends and tales. Unlock the ancient wisdom of Athena, the enchanting melodies of Ariadne, or the mystical depths of Aradia. Give your daughter a name rooted in mythology, and watch her embrace her own heroic journey.
• Audacious Abbreviations: Girl names that start with A offer delightful opportunities for playful abbreviations. Take the audacious Ariella, affectionately shortened to “Ari,” or the adventurous Anastasia, playfully called “Ana.” These diminutive versions add a dash of charm and make name-calling a joyous affair.
• Artistic Allure: Ah, the artistic flair of A names! Adorn your daughter’s name with a touch of creativity and cultural finesse. Marvel at the painterly Ada, the poetic Amélie, or the bohemian Anouk. Let your little muse inspire a masterpiece in the world of names.
• Astute Associations: Girl names that start with A have an uncanny ability to evoke intriguing associations. Picture the audacious Amara, conjuring images of fiery sunsets and untamed spirit, or the enigmatic Allegra, dancing through life with boundless joy. These names carry an aura of mystique that captivates the imagination.

We know it can feel a bit overwhelming at times but we’re here to help lighten the load as you go through the process of choosing a name for your new baby. Whatever your style, we think you’ll find some good names to add to your list from these 421 amazing girl names that start with A.

You also might want to check out our list of boy names that start with A.

Girl names that start with A

Abby

Abie

Abigail

Abigale

Abigayle

Abril

Acacia

Achsah

Ada

Adah

Adaline

Adalyn

Adalynn

Adamaris

Adda

Addie

Addison

Addisyn

Addyson

Adel

Adela

Adelaide

Adele

Adelia

Adelina

Adeline

Adell

Adella

Adelle

Adelyn

Adie

Adilene

Adina

Adison

Adley

Adline

Adria

Adrian

Adriana

Adriane

Adrianna

Adrianne

Adrien

Adriene

Adrienne

Adyson

Aeris

Affie

Afton

Agatha

Aggie

Agness

Agusta

Ahmeira

Aida

Aileen

Ailene

Aili

Aimee

Ainsley

Aire

Airlea

Aisha

Aiyana

Aja

Akeelah

Ala

Alabama

Alaina

Alana

Alani

Alanna

Alannah

Alaska

Alayna

Alba

Alberta

Albertha

Albertina

Albertine

Albina

Alby

Alcee

Alcie

Alda

Alden

Aldona

Aleah

Alease

Alecia

Aleen

Aleena

Alejandra

Alena

Alene

Alesha

Alesia

Alessandra

Aleta

Aletha

Alethea

Aletta

Alex

Alexa

Alexandr

Alexandra

Alexandrea

Alexandria

Alexia

Alexina

Alexis

Alexus

Alexys

Alfreda

Ali

Alia

Aliana

Alice

Alicia

Alida

Alina

Aline

Alisa

Alisha

Alison

Alissa

Alisson

Alita

Alivia

Aliya

Aliyah

Aliza

Alize

Alla

Allean

Alleen

Allegra

Allena

Allene

Allie

Alline

Allira

Allison

Allisson

Ally

Allyson

Allyssa

Almeda

Almedia

Almeta

Almina

Almira

Almyra

Aloma

Alondra

Alonza

Alphonsine

Altha

Althea

Altie

Alvena

Alvera

Alverda

Alverta

Alvina

Alvira

Alwilda

Alwina

Alwine

Alyce

Alycia

Alys

Alysa

Alyse

Alysha

Alysia

Alyson

Alyssa

Alyssia

Alyvia

Alzina

Ama

Amadee

Amalia

Amalie

Amanda

Amani

Amara

Amaris

Amaya

Amber

Amberly

Ambers

Amelia

Amelie

America

Amey

Ami

Amiah

Amie

Amina

Amira

Amirah

Amity

Amiya

Amiyah

Amma

Ammie

Amparo

Amryn

Amy

Amya

Ana

Anabel

Anabella

Anabelle

Anahi

Anais

Analeah

Anastacia

Anastasia

Anaya

Andie/Andi

Andra

Andrea

Andria

Angel

Angela

Angele

Angeles

Angelia

Angelic

Angelica

Angelina

Angeline

Angelique

Angelita

Angella

Angie

Anice

Anie

Anika

Anisa

Anissa

Anita

Anitra

Aniya

Aniyah

Anjali

Anjanette

Anjelica

Ann

Anna

Annabel

Annabell

Annabella

Annabelle

Annalise

Annamae

Annamarie

Anne

Anneliese

Annemarie

Anner

Annetta

Annette

Annice

Annie

Annika

Annis

Annistyn

Annmarie

Annya

Anona

Ansley

Antionette

Antoinette

Antonetta

Antonette

Antonia

Antonina

Anya

Aoife (ee-fa)

April

Ara

Arabella

Araceli

Aracely

Arah

Araminta

Ardath

Ardelia

Ardella

Ardelle

Ardeth

Ardis

Ardith

Ardyce

Areli

Arely

Aretha

Argie

Ari

Aria

Ariana

Ariane

Arianna

Arie

Ariel

Ariella

Ariellah

Arielle

Arietta

Ariyah

Arizona

Arkie

Arla

Arleen

Arlena

Arlene

Arleth

Arletta

Arley

Arli

Arline

Arlowe

Arly

Arlyne

Armida

Arminda

Arminta

Arna

Arnetta

Aron

Arra

Arrie

Arta

Artelia

Arvilla

Arya

Aryana

Aryanna

Asha

Ashanti

Ashely

Ashlea

Ashlee

Ashleigh

Ashley

Ashli

Ashlie

Ashly

Ashlyn

Ashlynn

Ashtyn

Ashy

Asia

Ason

Aspen

Assa

Assunta

Astoria

Astrid

Ataya

Atha

Athena

Attie

Aubra

Aubree

Aubreeanna

Aubrey

Aubrie

Aubriella

Audie

Audra

Audrey

Audriana

Audrianna

Audrina

Audry

Audy

August

Augustina

Auli

Aura

Aurelia

Aurilla

Aurora

Aurore

Austen

Austin

Auston

Austyn

Autumn

Ava

Avah

Avalee

Averi

Averie

Avery

Avi

Avie

Avis

Avril

Avyanna

Ayana

Ayanna

Ayesha

Ayla

Aylin

Ayva/Ava

Azalee

Azaria

Azarliah

Azul

Azzie

A final word from The Baby Swag crew

There are lots of things to think about when you’re trying to conceive or already pregnant. Choosing a name can hopefully be one of more enjoyable aspects of your early parenting journey. Give yourself some time and have some fun with it if you can.