Female and male first names beginning with the letter “A”..
ARRIA
FemaleRare Latin name derived from 'Arierius', meaning 'plough' in Etruscan, making it distinctive yet sophisticated.
ARRIAH
FemaleHebrew origin and means "lioness" or "strong as a lion.
ARRIAN
FemaleRare but powerful male given name of Greek origin, meaning "altogether masculine".
ARRIAN
MaleUnique Latin-derived name with Etruscan roots meaning 'swift' or 'speedy', popularized by ancient historian Lucius Flavius Arrianus.
ARRIANA
FemaleItalian-derived name created by Italo Calvino, meaning 'to arrive.'
ARRIANE
FemaleFrench name derived from Ariadne, a figure in Greek mythology who was the daughter of King Minos of Crete.
ARRIANNA
FemaleItalian variant of the Greek name Ariadne, meaning "most holy" or "very sacred," known for her role in helping Theseus navigate the Labyrinth in Greek mythology.
ARRIANNAH
FemaleHebrew name meaning "lion," associated with strength and royalty, popularized in history through figures like Ariadne of Crete and widely used in Italy.
ARRIANNE
FemaleUnique Greek name meaning 'pure' or 'most holy', derived from the name of the god of war, Ares.
ARRIC
MaleHebrew origin and means "my mountain". It originally referred to Mount Sinai in the Bible but has since evolved into a rare personal name.
ARRICA
FemaleUncommon, centuries-old name with uncertain origins and no widely accepted meaning.
ARRICK
MaleUnique Irish name derived from "airch", meaning "strong" or "vigorous". It was popular among early medieval Irish warriors known for their bravery and strength in battle. Today, Arrick stands as a distinctive name associated with power and courage.
ARRIE
FemaleRare Greek-derived name meaning 'of Mars,' the Roman god of war, signifying strength and courage.
ARRIE
MaleDistinct name with uncertain origins and meanings, though some propose it means "warrior" or "eagle." Despite this, notable figures like Roman matron Arria Celsi and celebrities like Adrianne Curry have popularized its use throughout history.
ARRIEANNA
FemaleRare, musical-sounding name of unknown origin and meaning, first popularized by a character in a U.S. novel series during the late 20th century.
ARRIEL
FemaleUnique Hebrew name meaning "lion of God" or "God is my light," making it a powerful choice for parents seeking a distinctive moniker with deep meaning.
ARRIELL
FemaleUnique and distinctive name of unknown origin and meaning, chosen by some individuals throughout history for its uniqueness or as a pseudonym.
ARRIELLA
FemaleRare yet elegant Spanish name derived from "arriero," meaning "muleteer.
ARRIELLE
FemaleRare French name with an unconventional meaning of "rear" or "back," though its origin and significance are often misunderstood.
ARRIETTA
FemaleElegant Italian name derived from 'ariento', meaning 'silver'.
ARRIETTY
FemaleJapanese-origin female given name, popularized by the 2010 Studio Ghibli film "The Secret World of Arrietty." It means "new arrival" or "small new beginning," reflecting its protagonist's discovery of hidden worlds.
ARRIHANNA
FemaleDistinctive Hebrew feminine name meaning 'song' or 'melody', originating from the Hebrew word 'shir'.
ARRIK
MaleBasque origin name meaning 'sun', traditionally given to boys born under the sun's sign or with a sunny disposition, symbolizing good fortune and prosperity.
ARRIKA
FemaleUnique, exotic name of African origin, derived from the Swahili word 'arrike', meaning 'beautiful'. It signifies elegance and grace.
ARRILLA
FemaleRare, gender-neutral given name of uncertain origin, not widely associated with any specific culture, language, or historical figure. Its possible origins include Italian Ariella variants or made-up combinations like Arnold-Illa, but these are unconfirmed.
ARRIN
MaleRare yet distinctive Irish name derived from Ó hEathachain, meaning 'descendant of Eathachán', historically used as a surname but now given as a first name for boys.
ARRIN
FemaleEnigmatic name of unknown origin, often linked to Irish 'Aodhán' meaning 'little fire', or Welsh 'Arwyn' signifying nobility.
ARRINGTON
FemaleRare yet distinctive American given name coined by Kathleen Tierney for her character Arrin in "The Nightingale" (1976).
ARRINGTON
MaleRare, English-origin given name derived from the habitational surname 'Arrrington', denoting residence near one of several places named Arrington in England.
ARRIO
MaleThe name Arrio has Latin roots meaning "silver," derived from the word "argentum." Historically used as a male given name, Arrio was popular during the Roman Empire due to its association with silver hair or pale complexion. Today, it can be used as a unisex name and remains a unique choice with a rich history behind it.
ARRION
FemaleEnigmatic given name of unknown origin used since the 13th century in France for both boys and girls, with no widely accepted meaning despite theories linked to Latin words.
ARRION
MaleDistinctive male given name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name Arrius, which means "from Arretium," an ancient Etruscan city in modern-day Tuscany, Italy. This name has been used by notable figures throughout history and is associated with strength, courage, and honor.
ARRIONA
FemaleAfrican name of Ashanti origin, meaning "noble queen" or "queen of nobles," embodying strength and elegance, and carrying a rich historical significance among the Ghanaian people.
ARRIONNA
FemaleRare French-derived given name that means "district" or "area," created by parents drawn to its sound rather than historical significance.
ARRIS
MaleUnknown origin and meaning, but has gained some recent popularity among English-speaking countries.
ARRIS
FemaleHebrew origin name meaning "to instruct" or "to teach," associated with wisdom and learning, originating from ancient Jewish culture.
ARRISON
MaleAmerican given name of English origin, derived from the surname Arrisson which denoted someone who made or sold arrows in medieval England.
ARRISSA
FemaleRare, distinctive name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from Basque Araissa meaning 'noble', first appearing in medieval French records before spreading globally over centuries.
ARRIUS
MaleRare Latin-origin given name meaning 'of eagles,' historically used by prominent Roman families like the gens Arridae.
ARRIYA
FemaleRare, Persian-origin name meaning 'noble' or 'spiritual', reflecting elegance and sophistication while tied to Persia's rich history.