Female and male first names beginning with the letter “A”..
AOKI
FemaleJapanese given name meaning 'green,' representing nature and life, originally used for boys born in spring but now unisex.
AOLANI
FemaleStunning Hawaiian girls' name derived from 'ao' (sky/heaven) and 'lani' (heavenly), translating to 'heavenly sky'.
AOLANIS
FemaleIntroducing the name Aolanis, of unknown origin but with potential roots in ancient Celtic mythology, making it truly unique and meaningful.
AOLANY
FemaleUnisex name of Fulani origin, meaning "God answers our prayers.
AOMI
FemaleJapanese name composed of 'Ao' (blue/green) and 'Mi' (beautiful), signifying beautiful blue/green.
AONANI
FemaleUnique Hawaiian girls' name derived from 'aono', meaning 'sweet potato,' associated with sweetness and grace.
AONESTI
FemaleItalian given name derived from 'onesto', meaning 'honest', originally a surname from Liguria.
AONESTY
FemaleIrish given name derived from "adnacht," meaning "honest" or "truthful.
AONNA
FemaleIrish given name meaning "descendant of Maoin," derived from the ancient Irish personal name Maoin. It originates from the Irish surname Ó Maoin, which was anglicized to Aonna.
AOTO
MaleJapanese given name that can be written using different kanji, each conveying a distinct meaning such as 'harmonious blue', 'melodic voice', or 'rare beauty'.
AOUN
MaleDistinctive Lebanese name derived from the Arabic word for leaves, symbolizing eternity and resilience.
AOUS
MaleCaptivating Berber name that translates to 'the sun' or 'light', carrying a radiant and luminous quality.
AOWYN
FemaleDistinctive Welsh name derived from 'awen', meaning 'inspiration'.
APACHE
MaleThe Native American origin name Apache generally means 'enemy' or 'opponent', reflecting early European settlers' perception of the warrior Apache tribe.
APACHE
FemaleThe name Apache originates from the Native American Apache tribe, meaning 'on the other side' or 'from where we originated', reflecting their east-to-west migration.
APARAJITA
FemaleIndian name derived from Sanskrit, meaning 'unconquerable'.
APARNA
FemaleFeminine given name of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'water', popular among Indians due to its strength, regalness, and deep cultural significance.
APASRA
FemaleThai feminine given name meaning 'celestial nymph', derived from Sanskrit, symbolizing grace, elegance, and strength.
APHELIA
FemaleDistinctive Greek female name derived from 'aphēlḗ', meaning 'upon the sea'.
APHRODITE
FemaleDeriving from Greek mythology, 'Aphrodite', meaning 'foam', symbolizes the goddess of love, beauty, and pleasure.
APHTON
FemaleRare Greek name meaning 'away from', first used in ancient Greece for individuals associated with independence and solitude.
APIFFANY
FemaleAmisa is a Japanese-origin name meaning 'rain', symbolizing purification and life-giving force.
APIPHANY
FemaleRare Greek-derived name meaning 'manifestation' or 'revelation', inspired by ancient Greek deity appearances.
APIRL
FemaleApril is an English name derived from the Anglo-Saxon word "Aprill," meaning "to open" or "to begin.
APOLINAR
MaleRare yet distinguished name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name Appuleius, meaning 'from Apulia', a region in southern Italy. Historically significant, it has been associated with figures like Saint Apolinar of Ravenna, conveying a sense of piety and devotion.
APOLINAR
FemaleRare Latin-derived given name, originating from the Roman family name Appulinarius, meaning 'kitchen'. It was likely an occupational surname for cooks or kitchen staff. Today, it's uncommon globally but more prevalent in regions with strong Latin naming traditions like Spain and Latin America. Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne this name, including Catholic saints.
APOLLINE
FemaleGreek-derived feminine name meaning 'destroyer', associated with the god Apollo, and popular in medieval France around the vernal equinox.
APOLLO
FemalePowerful Greek name meaning 'light' or 'destroyer', reflecting the eponymous god's domains over light, healing, and plagues.
APOLLO
MaleGreek-origin male name derived from the god of light, truth, prophecy, music, poetry, and arts in Greek mythology.
APOLLONIA
FemaleRare yet captivating female name of Greek origin, meaning "destroyer of men" and associated with the mythological figure Apollonia, a witch or sorceress. Despite its potentially ominous connotation, Apollonia has been used throughout history as a given name for women, notably among Eastern Orthodox saints like Saint Apollonia, a martyr from the 3rd century AD. Today, choosing Apollonia offers parents an unusual and meaningful way to honor ancient Greek heritage while giving their daughter a distinctive name.
APOLLOS
MaleGreek-origin name derived from Apollo, the god of sun, light, music, and prophecy.
APOLO
MaleApollo is a Greek-derived masculine given name, derived from the Ancient Greek word 'Ἀπόλλων' which means 'destroyer'.
APOLONIA
FemaleGreek-derived female given name meaning 'woman from Apollo's city', derived from the Greek word 'Apollonia'.
APOLONIO
MaleSpanish and Italian name derived from the Latin Appolonius, which originates from the Greek god Apollo, symbolizing light, music, and prophecy.
APONI
FemaleRare Native American female name of Cherokee origin, meaning "first bear" and signifying strength, courage, wisdom, and being the first or one of its kind.
APOORVA
FemaleUnique Indian name derived from Sanskrit, meaning 'unique' or 'unparalleled', associated with a wise and benevolent king in Hindu mythology.
APOSTOLIS
MalePopular Greek male name derived from the Greek word 'apostolos', meaning 'messenger'. It has been widely used in Greece since the Byzantine Empire and is often associated with the apostles of Jesus Christ.
APOSTOLOS
MaleGreek masculine given name derived from the Greek word 'apostolos', meaning 'messenger' or 'one sent', associated with the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ.
APPHIA
FemaleUnique feminine name of Greek origin, derived from the word "apphe," meaning "to fasten." It appears in the Bible's Epistle to Philemon as the wife of Philemon, signifying strength and unity.
APPIE
FemaleTraditional Dutch nickname for Abraham, derived from the Hebrew name Avraham meaning "father of many nations".