Female and male first names beginning with the letter “A”..

ANTHYM

Female

Rare Greek name meaning 'flower', derived from the Greek word anthos, with historical significance and elegant origins.

ANTIA

Female

Latin-derived name meaning "instead of" or "in place of," traditionally given to girls born after a miscarriage or stillbirth, but now associated with strength and resilience.

ANTIANA

Female

African name of Igbo origin from Nigeria, derived from 'antianwa' meaning 'my heart's joy', signifying family happiness.

ANTIANNA

Female

Captivating Greek name that combines "anti" meaning 'against' and "Anna", derived from Hebrew 'Hannah', signifying 'grace'. It's rare but elegant, with a pleasant rhythm, popular among parents seeking unique yet meaningful names.

ANTIGONE

Female

Greek feminine given name meaning "against birth," notable in mythology as Oedipus's defiant daughter who prioritized familial duty over civic law.

ANTIMO

Male

Distinctive Italian masculine given name derived from the Latin word "antimonius," meaning "against the spirit.

ANTINA

Female

Distinctive Latin-derived female given name meaning 'against Eros', derived from the legendary figure Antinoüs.

ANTINETTE

Female

Unique feminine given name with roots in French culture. It is believed to be a blend of Antoinette and Antonette, meaning "most praiseworthy" or "very worthy.

ANTINIO

Male

Italian given name with a unique origin. Derived from the Latin word "antiochus," meaning "opposite to the city," this elegant and sophisticated name carries a rich historical significance tied to ancient Rome and the Seleucid Empire.

ANTINIQUE

Female

Distinctive French name derived from the Latin "Antiochus," meaning "against Eucrates." It was introduced to France by Huguenots and has historical associations, though there are no specific figures named Antinique.

ANTINISHA

Female

African name of Yoruba origin, meaning "Powerful Life" or "Strong Life", reflecting the attributes of Oya, the revered deity of wind and storms in ancient Yoruba mythology.

ANTINO

Male

Distinctive Italian male name derived from the Latin 'Antinus', meaning 'of Antium'. It honors Antinous, beloved of Emperor Hadrian, immortalized in the city Antinoöpolis and festival Antinoönia.

ANTION

Male

Rare yet elegant Greek name derived from "anthos," meaning "flower." It signifies beauty and grace.

ANTIONA

Male

Distinctive Latin-derived female given name, meaning "against" or "opposing," originating as a Roman surname before becoming popular in medieval Spain.

ANTIONA

Female

Antonia: Latin origin, meaning 'priceless'; originally male, now popular female; prominent in Roman Empire (e.g., Antonia Minor); literary references (e.g., Mrs. Antonia Norris in "Mansfield Park"); variants include Antonina, Antonella, Toni.

ANTIONE

Female

French origin derived from the Latin Antonius, meaning "priceless" or "highly praiseworthy," popularized during the Middle Ages in France and associated with qualities like strength and dignity.

ANTIONE

Male

French name of Latin origin, derived from Antonius, meaning "priceless" or "highly praiseworthy." It has been used prominently throughout history in Europe.

ANTIONETT

Female

Unique French name derived from Greek Anthousa meaning 'flower'.

ANTIONETTA

Female

Rare Italian female name derived from Latin 'Antonius', meaning 'priceless'. It was first used during the Roman Empire for highly valued girls.

ANTIONETTE

Female

Rare yet elegant French feminine given name derived from Antoine, meaning 'priceless'.

ANTIONIO

Male

Antonio is an Italian-origin name derived from 'Antonin', meaning 'priceless', popularized by members of Marcus Aurelius' family and widely used in Spain during the Middle Ages. It's known for its prominent literary figure, Antonio, in Shakespeare's "The Merchant of Venice", and has been borne by notable figures like composers Vivaldi and Salieri.

ANTIONNA

Female

African-origin Igbo Nigerian name meaning 'highly esteemed' or 'noble', composed of 'anta' (high) and 'onne' (excellence/nobility).

ANTIONNE

Male

Rare French-derived given name with roots tracing back to the Latin 'Antonius', meaning "priceless".

ANTIONO

Male

Antônio is a Portuguese name derived from the Latin "Antonius," meaning "priceless" or "invaluable." It has been widely used throughout the Portuguese-speaking world and is associated with strength, valor, and nobility.

ANTIQUA

Female

Rare, Latin-derived feminine given name which means "ancient" or "old-fashioned". It was originally used as a family name in ancient Rome but has since gained popularity as a unique and meaningful choice for girls.

ANTISHA

Female

Distinctive African name, specifically Ashanti in origin, composed of 'Anto' meaning 'God has answered', and 'Shia' signifying 'star'. Together they convey the powerful meaning of divine blessing bringing light into one's life.

ANTIWAN

Male

African origin name from the Igbo ethnic group in Nigeria, meaning 'brave conquest.'

ANTJE

Female

German-origin female given name derived from 'Ansgar', meaning 'protection' or 'enclosure'.

ANTJUAN

Male

Uncommon yet significant name of African American origin, created in the early 20th century by combining Anthony ('highly praiseworthy') and Juan ('God is gracious').

ANTOAN

Male

Rare yet significant Bulgarian male name derived from 'anto', meaning 'inflowing', associated with strength, courage, and determination.

ANTOHNY

Male

Anthony is a Latin-derived male given name, originating from the Roman family name Antonius, meaning 'like a flower'.

ANTOIN

Male

Unique name of French origin derived from Antoine, which means 'to bloom' or 'to flourish' in Latin, signifying growth and renewal.

ANTOINAE

Female

Elegant African name of Yoruba origin meaning "tall". It's associated with grace and sophistication, and has a powerful mythology linked to the goddess Anta in West African folklore.

ANTOINE

Female

Classic French masculine given name derived from Latin Antonius, meaning 'priceless' or 'highly priced', associated with power and prestige since Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Pius bore this name. It remains popular today due to its rich history and notable bearers such as Antoine de Saint-Exupéry.

ANTOINE

Male

Latin-origin masculine given name derived from "Antonius," meaning "priceless" or "venerable." Popular among French nobility historically, it's associated with Saint Anthony of Padua and used in various literary works, remaining popular today, especially in France.

ANTOINESE

Female

The name Antoine is of French origin, derived from the Latin "Antonius," meaning "priceless" or "highly praiseworthy." It was popularized in France during the Middle Ages through Saint Anthony of Padua, and remains a classic choice worldwide.

ANTOINESHA

Female

Rare, distinctive female name of uncertain origin and meaning, potentially inspired by other names but with no definitive history or universally agreed-upon interpretation.

ANTOINET

Female

Antoinette is a French name derived from Antoine, meaning "priceless" or "highly praiseworthy". It gained popularity in the 18th century due to Marie Antoinette, the Austrian archduchess who became queen of France.

ANTOINETT

Female

Antoinette is a French feminine given name derived from Antoine, meaning "priceless" or "invaluable". It was popular among French aristocracy during the 17th century and is famously associated with Marie Antoinette, the last Queen of France. Although less common today due to historical associations, it remains an elegant and timeless choice for girls' names.

ANTOINETTA

Female

Italian female given name derived from Antonio, meaning "priceless" or "highly praiseworthy".