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

ARDAN

Male

Rare yet captivating Irish name meaning 'noble', derived from the ancient Irish language, with roots in Celtic mythology.

ARDARIUS

Male

Ardarius: A unique Latin name derived from "ardens," meaning burning or glowing, associated with ancient Roman strength and fire god Vulcan.

ARDATH

Male

Uncommon yet captivating name with an uncertain origin, first appearing in British poet Edward Bulwer-Lytton's works in the mid-19th century. Its meaning remains shrouded in mystery, with theories suggesting connections to Semitic roots or Irish names, and some notable bearers throughout history including actress Ardath Whyntech and suffragette Ardath Burrell. Despite its enigmatic beginnings, Ardath continues to be an intriguing choice for parents seeking a distinctive name for their child today.

ARDATH

Female

Uncommon yet distinctive name with unknown origins and uncertain meanings.

ARDEAN

Male

Irish-origin name, derived from Oirdheáin meaning "descendant of Redán.

ARDEAN

Female

Uncommon Irish name derived from the surname "Oirdheagain," meaning "descendant of Redachán," which translates to "little red one.

ARDEEN

Female

Irish given name derived from 'Árdán', meaning 'noble little one'.

ARDEL

Male

Scottish unisex given name derived from the surname Ardell, which means "high" or "noble" in Gaelic. It is associated with strength, confidence, and pride, making it a powerful choice for a child's name.

ARDEL

Female

Rare Scottish given name derived from the habitational surname Ardale, meaning 'eagle.'

ARDELE

Female

Ardle is an uncommon yet captivating female given name of Irish origin, derived from the Old Irish word "ard," meaning "high" or "noble.

ARDELIA

Female

Latin-derived given name meaning 'burning' or 'flaming', originally associated with the Roman god of fire.

ARDELL

Female

Unique English name created by combining 'ard', meaning strong or brave, and 'ell', potentially derived from Eleanor or meaning light. It translates to 'strong light' or 'brave light'.

ARDELL

Male

Rare American name created by combining Arnold and Dell, symbolizing strength and endurance with adaptability.

ARDELLA

Female

Irish name of ancient origin, meaning "high noble," derived from Airdelsa, first used in the 12th century. It signifies nobility and grace, with historical figures like Ardella O'Rourke bearing this distinctive name.

ARDELLE

Female

Rare, French-origin female given name whose meaning and origins are unclear, but it appears to be derived from the French word 'ardeur' meaning 'ardor' or 'intense heat'.

ARDEN

Male

Latin-origin unisex name derived from "arden," meaning "burning" or "ardent." It signifies passion and intensity, and has been popular in the United States since the 20th century.

ARDEN

Female

English given name derived from the Old English word 'eard', meaning 'strong' or 'hardy'. It is associated with Shakespeare's Forest of Arden and has become a unisex name.

ARDENA

Female

Rare Latin-derived name meaning 'burning' or 'ardent', first used in medieval times.

ARDENE

Female

Unique Latin-derived name meaning "burning" or "ardent," suggesting intensity and fiery passion.

ARDENIA

Female

Rare Latin-derived name meaning 'from Ardentia,' an ancient Spanish city, signifying passion and possibly evoking nature.

ARDES

Female

Rare Irish name derived from Ó hEarda meaning "nobleman," with notable historical figures like King Arde MacEarca of Connacht in the 12th century.

ARDETH

Female

Rare and unique given name of unknown origin, often chosen for its distinctive sound or mysterious nature, with no clear etymology or historical significance.

ARDI

Male

Rare unisex name of unknown origin, with no widely accepted meaning or etymology.

ARDIA

Female

Rare Latin-origin male name that means 'to plough', reflecting its agricultural roots and ancient Roman cognomen status.

ARDIAN

Male

Ardian: Unique Albanian name derived from 'ardhje', meaning 'arrival'.

ARDIANA

Female

Unique feminine name of Albanian origin that translates to "arrival" or "coming.

ARDICE

Female

Rare Greek name meaning "just" or "righteous," associated with ancient Greek mythology through Queen Ardice of Pisa and her heroic son Pelops. It signifies justice, fairness, courage, and wisdom.

ARDIE

Female

Distinctive Scottish first name derived from the Gaelic word 'ard', meaning 'high' or 'elevated'.

ARDIE

Male

Rare Scottish name derived from the Gaelic word 'aird', meaning 'lonely'. It was historically given to individuals living in remote areas.

ARDILIA

Female

Rare female given name of Latin origin meaning "to the sea". It evokes nautical themes and the allure of the ocean, conveying a sense of adventure and freedom akin to the vastness and unpredictability of the sea. Consisting of three syllables, Ardilia has a pleasing rhythm when spoken aloud. While it has roots in Latin, Ardilia is not widely used across cultures, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking an uncommon name for their child.

ARDIN

Male

Irish male given name derived from the ancient Irish surname 'O'Donovan', meaning 'descendant of Donovanna'.

ARDINA

Female

Irish name derived from Árdán, meaning 'little height' or 'high', reflecting strength and elevation.

ARDINE

Male

Irish name derived from the surname Ó hAirtnéid, meaning "descendant of Art," an ancient Irish name meaning "bear.

ARDINE

Female

Unique Irish name derived from Árdán, meaning 'high' or 'noble', historically associated with wise and brave figures in Irish mythology.

ARDIS

Female

Greek-derived name meaning "to sparkle," often associated with radiance, brilliance, and light.

ARDIS

Male

Greek-derived name meaning "pure" or "clear," popularized by John Dos Passos' novel 'Arrowsmith'.

ARDIT

Male

Albanian male given name derived from the Albanian word 'ardit', meaning 'courageous' or 'brave'. It has been popular in Albania for centuries and internationally among the Albanian diaspora.

ARDITA

Female

Albanian name meaning 'bold' or 'courageous', originating from the ancient Illyrian tribe Ardyans known for their bravery.

ARDITH

Female

Rare, historic female name of uncertain origin, possibly Welsh or Germanic, with meanings such as 'strong', 'ardent', or 'brave'.

ARDITH

Male

Uncommon Irish name derived from the Gaelic "Árdith," meaning "high" or "noble." It was historically used as a nickname for individuals considered noble or having high status within their communities, with the prefix "Ár" signifying "high" and the suffix "-dith" softening the name.