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

Rare French feminine given name derived from the Old German 'Arald', meaning 'noble strength'. Its origins date back to medieval France via Germanic tribes.

Polish female name derived from 'arłot', meaning 'aurochs', a extinct wild cattle species.

Portuguese feminine name derived from Arialda, meaning 'noble' or 'elegant'.

Unique Spanish female name derived from 'arlequín', meaning Harlequin, the clever servant character from Italian commedia dell'arte theatre.

Spanish name of Old German origin, meaning "strong protection" or "powerful protector".

American feminine name with unclear origins, believed to be created from 'Arletta' and 'Elta'. It does not have an explicit meaning but offers personal interpretation.

Captivating female name coined by Anne Rice for her Vampire Chronicles series, evoking nobility and mystery.

Unique feminine given name of Latin origin, combining "aridus" meaning dry or arid, and "Theresa," signifying harvesting or reaping. It evokes strength and resilience, inspired by historical figures like Saint Arlethe, and remains captivating despite its rarity.

Rare given name with unknown origin and uncertain meaning; some believe it may be a variant of French 'Arlette' meaning "noble", but no definitive evidence supports this theory.

Rare Latin-derived name meaning 'reed' or 'arrow,' signifying flexibility, adaptability, and resilience.

Unique German name derived from "arlind," meaning "eagle power.

Charming Italian feminine name meaning "little noble" or "little aristocrat," denoting elegance and nobility, with the diminutive suffix "-etta" adding endearment.

Arlette, of Old German origin meaning 'noble combat,' gained popularity during the Middle Ages in France, notably as the mother of William the Conqueror, offering elegance and historical recognition.

Rare, elegant given name of Latin origin, historically associated with nobility and bravery.

Distinct Spanish variant of Alexander, meaning 'defender of mankind', and is often associated with strength and leadership.

Uncommon English name derived from Old English 'earge', meaning 'shielder' or 'defender'.

Uncommon English given name derived from the Old English word "earn" meaning "eagle," signifying strength, courage, and freedom.

Rare yet powerful Scandinavian name meaning "eagle power", derived from the Old Norse word "aral".

Rare and elegant Latin-derived name meaning 'silver', with historical significance tracing back to ancient Rome and associated with notable figures like Saint Arilius.

Rare, elegant Latin-derived feminine name meaning 'made of gold' or 'like gold'.

Captivating female given name of Latin origin, derived from 'aralia,' meaning elegance, grace, and strength. Popularized in the early 20th century United States, it's rare yet sophisticated, offering its bearer a distinctive identity.

Latin name meaning "noble" or "eagle-like", originating from the Gothic name Alaricus which means "all-powerful ruler".

Rare, Latin-derived female given name meaning 'little ploughshare', originally a surname associated with farming and Roman goddess Ceres.

Uncommon American given name created by author Kathleen Norris in her 1904 novel "My Friend Arly Whipple". Its meaning is open to interpretation but some associate it with nature or a blend of Arthur and Alice.

American name of Scottish origin, meaning "between two woods," with notable figures like Arlie Schardt and Arlie Russell carrying its legacy.

Rare but powerful French name derived from the Old German 'Ari' or 'Hari', meaning 'warrior'.

Uncommon French name of uncertain origin, with suggestions linking it to Italian masculine name 'Arlindo', meaning 'noble protector'. Despite its mysterious beginnings, Arliene has been used for centuries and has left its mark on society through notable individuals.

Uncommon name with unknown origins, making it appealing for those seeking uniqueness. Its rarity offers individuals the chance to create their own legacy without association with notable figures.

Rare Germanic given name derived from "arl," meaning "eagle," symbolizing strength, courage, and freedom.

Rare Irish name derived from the surname O'Ragain, meaning 'descendant of Ragallan'. It was brought to England during the Norman Conquest in 1066 and has since been anglicized.

Rare and captivating female name of Persian origin, derived from "arl" meaning "songbird," signifying grace, beauty, and melody.

Albanian-origin unisex name meaning 'eagle-like', symbolizing strength and freedom.

Arlinda, of Albanian origin, signifies 'dawn' or 'daybreak', embodying new beginnings and renewal.

Rare German girl's name meaning 'eagle', symbolizing strength and freedom.

Distinct American female given name, derived from Arlington House, with no specific meaning but known through notable figures like actress Arline Hunter and nurse Arline B. Saunders.

Scandinavian given name derived from Old Norse "arlungr," meaning "eagle-powered." It reflects strength, courage, and freedom, and was historically used for Viking Age warriors. Today, it remains rare but powerful, drawing bearers to nature's beauty and symbolism.

Distinctive American given name derived from Virginia's Arlington County, named after Henry Bennet, the Earl of Arlington, with possible meanings including 'clear' or 'strong lord', reflecting its historical and political roots.

Unique English given name derived from Old English words "earl" and "ington," meaning "estate of an earl." It gained popularity in the 19th century inspired by Arlington House, built by George Washington Parke Custis. Despite being uncommon, it carries prestige and historical significance.

Rare yet captivating Spanish-origin given name, derived from the word "árbol," meaning "tree." Historically used for both boys and girls in medieval Spain, Arlis is now more commonly associated with females. Despite its uncommon usage, this distinctive name has been carried by notable figures like Arlise Williams, an American civil rights activist.

Greek name derived from 'arkos', meaning 'bear', symbolizing strength and courage.