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

French-derived female name meaning 'harlequin' or 'puppet', coined by Marcel Schwob in his 1895 stories and associated with creativity and adventure.

Rare French name derived from 'arlésien,' meaning 'pertaining to Arles,' the historic city in southern France.

Rare French name derived from 'arlesien', meaning 'from Arles', a city between two rivers.

American female name believed to have originated in the early 20th century. Its meaning varies, with suggestions including a blend of Arlington and Leatha or a variant spelling of Harley.

Arlecia, of Latin origin, means 'merry' or 'lively', derived from the Roman surname Arlecchino, given to individuals with a lively nature.

Captivating Hebrew-derived name meaning 'to flee or run away', gaining popularity in English-speaking countries despite its unclear origin.

American coinage by Edgar Rice Burroughs for his Tarzan series, first appearing in 1927's "Tarzan and the Golden Lion." Its meaning is largely derived from this fictional context.

Rare, Salish-Native American-originated name meaning 'to dance'.

Arleen, of Irish origin, is a charming and elegant name derived from Aileen, meaning 'grace' or 'beauty', popularized in the US during the early to mid-20th century.

American female given name derived from the Irish surname O'Rourke, meaning "roe deer" in Gaelic. It was coined by author Edna Ferber in her 1924 novel and has a timeless quality associated with creativity and individuality.

Rare yet captivating Persian girls' name derived from 'Aras', meaning 'thunder', reflecting strength and power.

Uncommon yet distinctive American given name derived from the French Arlette, meaning "little noblewoman".

Rare American name, likely created by blending 'arl' from Arline/Arletta with 'eta', potentially from Greek numerals or another name component.

Rare German name derived from 'Erlo', meaning "noble" or "hero".

Distinctively English name meaning "honorable woodland clearing".

Rare Scottish given name derived from the surname "Arley," meaning "from the hill clearing" in Old English, often associated with organization or harmony due to its similarity to the word "array.

Intriguing Hebrew origin name, translating to 'singer' or 'songbird', reflecting one's melodious voice.

Distinctive French female name derived from 'arbre', meaning 'tree', symbolizing strength and resilience.

Rare American given name derived from "arlen," meaning "of Earls.

Scottish origin given name, derived from the Scottish surname "Arlean," believed to mean "between two slopes.

Unique Latin-derived girls' name meaning "shrine" or "altar," associated with reverence and devotion.

American given name derived from the Irish surname "O'Ruine," meaning "descendant of Ruadh" or red-haired.

American feminine given name derived from the male name Harold, which means 'army power' or 'noble army' in Old German.

The name Arlener has unknown origins and no widely accepted meaning, appearing rarely in modern times despite notable appearances in popular culture like 'Breaking Bad'.

Spanish name of Basque origin meaning 'song', often linked to music and creativity, inspired by ancient Basque mythology.

Unisex name of Spanish origin, derived from "arlés," meaning "eagle," combining strength and grace.

Unique French name meaning 'cursed', yet it signifies strength and resilience throughout history.

Distinctive Spanish name derived from "arlenar," meaning "to cause to howl.

Distinctive Latin-origin name derived from 'arbor', meaning 'tree'. It signifies strength, growth, and longevity.

Captivating feminine name of Spanish origin, composed of 'Aren' meaning sand and 'lys', derived from the Greek word for liberty.

Distinctive name of Latin origin, derived from "araleonem," meaning "to swear an oath." It was brought to Britain by Roman soldiers in the 5th century. Throughout history, notable figures like Saint Arleanus and Arlean of Rohan have carried this name, which today represents strength, courage, and honor.

Historic French given name derived from the city of Arles, whose Celtic inhabitants were likely its namesakes. Its meaning is unclear but may relate to being between two rivers.

Unique and distinct given name of French origin, derived from the ancient city of Arelate (now known as Arles), which means "altitude" or "hill.

Unique female given name of Spanish origin, derived from the city of Arles in southern France. It means "to the altar" or "dedicated to God," reflecting the city's rich religious history and was likely chosen by families with strong ties to the Church. Despite its uncommon usage today, Arlesa is associated with strength, courage, and determination.

Unique African American name derived from the Swahili word 'arusi,' meaning 'wedding' or 'marriage.' It symbolizes joy, celebration, and unity.

Arlesia, of Latin origin, means "golden" and was historically reserved for Roman girls of high social status.

Greek-derived name meaning 'lion-like' or 'bold as a lion', reflecting strength and courage.

Rare and distinctive given name with unclear origins, possibly derived from Harold meaning "army ruler" or inspired by the French commune Arless.

English given name derived from "earn" meaning eagle and "strete" meaning street, signifying 'eagle street'.

Charming Spanish given name meaning 'little pearl', derived from the word 'arlet'.