Female and male first names beginning with the letter “A”..
ARAH
FemaleHebrew feminine name meaning 'lioness', symbolizing strength and courage, and boasting historic significance through figures like Talmudic sage Arah ben Samuel.
ARAHBELLA
FemaleUncommon yet captivating Arabic name derived from 'rahba', meaning 'to bloom' or 'blossom'. It symbolizes beauty, grace, and growth.
ARAHI
FemaleArahi, of Hebrew origin, means 'my lamp' or 'my light', symbolizing knowledge and guidance.
ARAI
FemaleTraditional Japanese male name with multiple meanings, often associated with rice paddies and symbolizing new beginnings.
ARAIA
FemaleHebrew female name meaning 'lioness', symbolizing strength, courage, and leadership.
ARAIAH
FemaleUnique and beautiful Hebrew name meaning 'altar,' signifying sacred place, with profound spiritual significance.
ARAINA
FemaleHebrew feminine given name meaning 'lioness', deriving from the biblical Queen Athaliah.
ARAINNA
FemaleDistinctive Irish female name derived from Ó Raonáin, meaning 'descendant of Raónach', an ancient Irish matriarch.
ARAIYA
FemaleCaptivating, unisex Japanese name meaning 'alluring' or 'attractive', derived from 'arai' (purify) and '-ya' (elegance), reflecting its elegance and grace.
ARAIYAH
FemaleArabic-origin name, derived from 'Arariyah', meaning 'strong' or 'powerful'. It holds historical importance in Islamic culture as the mother of Prophet Muhammad's sons.
ARAIZA
FemaleRare Spanish origin name derived from the Basque word "araia," meaning "rocky promontory" or "cliff." It was likely given to individuals born near such geological features or with strong personalities, reflecting their steadfast nature like these rock formations.
ARALE
FemaleDistinctive Japanese name derived from the character "狂" meaning "crazy," popularized by robot girl Arale Norimaki from Akira Toriyama's manga series Dr. Slump.
ARALEE
FemaleEnglish-origin girl's name with a unique, beautiful sound. Though it lacks a specific meaning, some believe it may derive from 'aralie,' a term for certain trees or shrubs.
ARALI
FemaleRare, unisex Greek name that means 'majestic', 'liberator' or 'savior', having been used as a title in ancient Greece.
ARALIA
FemaleAralia, of Latin origin, refers to a genus of tropical trees with large leaves, native to Asia, Australia, and Oceania.
ARALIN
FemaleIrish given name meaning "little rock" or "small stone," derived from ancient Gaelic words "ar" (on) and "alach" (rock).
ARALIS
FemaleRare yet captivating Greek name derived from 'aralion', meaning 'liberal' or 'generous', associated with nobility and used as an epithet for the god Apollo in ancient Greece.
ARALY
FemaleUnique Basque name meaning 'valley', traditionally used in the Basque Country.
ARALYN
FemaleWelsh feminine given name meaning 'little hill', making it a unique and nature-connected choice.
ARALYNN
FemaleAmerican invented name, created by Mercedes Lackey for her 'Valdemar' series, with no specific meaning.
ARALYNNE
FemaleDistinctive Irish female name that originates from the surname O'Raghlain, meaning 'little reddish-brown-haired one.'
ARAM
MaleArmenian-origin male given name meaning "high" or "elevated", with significant historic importance in the Bible and popular among Armenians worldwide today.
ARAM
FemaleArmenian name meaning 'high' or 'elevated', associated with the Armenian god Aramazd.
ARAMAY
FemaleCaptivating Persian name derived from the ancient word "aram," meaning "high" or "elevated." It has been traditionally used for both boys and girls in Persia, modern-day Iran.
ARAME
FemaleHebrew-origin name meaning 'exalted' or 'lofty,' tracing back to biblical times when it was associated with Noah's grandson and the Aramean people.
ARAMI
FemaleSpanish origin, means "high" or "elevated". It's derived from the Arabic word "arama", signifying loftiness, and is often associated with elegance and sophistication.
ARAMIDE
FemaleAfrican origin unisex name derived from Yoruba culture, Nigeria. It signifies "miracle looked after," with "Ara" meaning miracle/wonder and "Mide" meaning I will look after.
ARAMIE
FemaleFemale given name with Armenian roots. Derived from Aramouhi, it means "peace" or "peaceful". The name gained popularity in the United States during the early 20th century but has since become less common, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking an uncommon yet meaningful name for their daughter. While its origins are Armenian, Aramie is not exclusively used within that community and can be found among various ethnic groups globally.
ARAMINTA
FemaleAraminta, of African origin, means "precious stone" in the Fulani language, signifying elegance and luxury.
ARAMIS
FemaleDistinctive French name derived from 'Aramitz', signifying 'bitter almond'. Its history stretches back to Arthurian legend and Alexandre Dumas' novel 'The Three Musketeers', where it was associated with nobility, loyalty, and valor.
ARAMIS
MaleFrench name derived from the Occitan word "aramitz," meaning "hind." It gained popularity through Alexander Dumas' novel "The Three Musketeers," where it is associated with bravery, cunning, and loyalty due to its titular character's qualities as a skilled musketeer and secret priest.
ARAMUS
MaleGreek name derived from the word "aramos," meaning "high" or "elevated." It was historically associated with leadership, intelligence, and bravery.
ARAMYS
MaleArmenian given name derived from Aramazd, the ancient god of sky and light, with "-ys" being a common suffix in Armenian names.
ARAN
FemaleIrish name derived from 'aran,' meaning 'little grain,' and popularized by Saint Aran, founder of Clonmacnoise monastery.
ARAN
MaleUncommon Irish name derived from 'aran', meaning 'grain' or 'oatmeal', reflecting its historical association with the scenic Aran Islands and Ireland's rich cultural heritage.
ARANDA
FemaleCaptivating Spanish name originating from the city of Aranda de Duero in northern Spain, known for its wine production, although it does not have a specific meaning or symbolism attached to it.
ARANEA
FemaleAranea, of Italian origin, means 'spider' in Latin and signifies cleverness and wisdom.
ARANELI
FemaleAraneli, derived from Basque 'Aranatz', means 'little valley' in Spanish.
ARANI
FemaleArani, of Indian origin, means 'forest' in Sanskrit.
ARANSA
FemaleDistinctive female name of Latin origin, meaning 'reed' or 'rush', derived from the Latin word "arundo".