Female and male first names beginning with the letter “A”..
ARTURA
FemaleSpanish-derived name meaning 'noble' or 'courageous', traditionally given to males but also increasingly popular for females.
ARTURO
MaleArturo, of Spanish origin, means 'strong as a bear'.
ARTURO
FemaleSpanish and Italian male given name originating from Latin "Arthurus", derived from legendary King Arthur, meaning "noble" or "strong as a bear". It has been popular throughout history and culture in Spain and Italy.
ARTY
MaleArtur is a Latin-origin name meaning "bear" or "noble strength," popular among royalty throughout history, including King Arthur of Camelot.
ARTYOM
MaleArtem is a Slavic name derived from 'artemi', meaning 'bear'. It's popular in Russia and other Slavic countries, signifying strength and independence, after the Greek goddess Artemis.
ARTYST
MaleUnknown origin, with no widely recognized meaning or history; it could be a variant spelling of Arthur ('bear' or 'noble'), but evidence is lacking.
ARUBA
FemaleCaptivating girl's name derived from the Spanish explorer Amerigo Vespucci who named the island "Arena Blanca," meaning 'White Sand'. It evolved over time to become Aruba, signifying 'golden' or 'happiness', making it an inspiring choice for parents.
ARUL
MaleUnique Indian name of Tamil origin, meaning 'grace'.
ARUN
MaleAncient male Sanskrit name derived from "aruna," meaning red or ruddy. In Hindu mythology, Arun personifies dawn, riding a chariot pulled by seven horses representing the days of the week, and announces the arrival of Surya, the sun god. The name has been popular in India for centuries, carried by notable figures like poet Arunachalam and politician Arun Jaitley.
ARUNA
FemaleAruna, of Sanskrit origin, translates to "the first ray of sunlight" or "dawn," reflecting its association with Aruna, the charioteer of the Sun God Surya in Hindu mythology.
ARUNAS
MaleLithuanian name derived from "arėnas," meaning "field" or "arena.
ARUNDHATI
FemaleIndian name derived from the Sanskrit 'Arundhatī', meaning 'light radiance'. In Hindu mythology, it signifies marital bliss, while in astronomy, it represents a bright star in Ursa Major.
ARUNIMA
FemaleArunima, of Sanskrit origin, means 'mother who brings forth the first rays of the sun'.
ARUSH
MaleIndian name of Sanskrit origin, meaning "first ray of sun" or "first light of dawn", associated with the Hindu sun god Surya.
ARUSHA
FemaleStriking African name of Maasai origin, translating to 'the middle' or 'the central one', reflecting its geographical location in Tanzania and its historical significance within Maasai culture.
ARUSHI
FemaleIndian female given name derived from 'Aarush', meaning 'the first rays of the sun' in Sanskrit, symbolizing purity, vitality, and new beginnings.
ARUTHER
MaleArthur is a Welsh name meaning 'bear', originating from medieval legend as King Arthur's title and gaining prominence throughout history through notable figures like Wellington and Conan Doyle.
ARUTHUR
MaleArthur is a Welsh name meaning 'bear' or 'hero', derived from Artuir.
ARUVI
FemaleIndian Tamil name meaning 'first ray of sunlight,' symbolizing hope and renewal.
ARVA
FemaleDistinctive Sanskrit female name meaning 'peaceful' or 'tranquil', associated with the Hindu goddess Saraswati and historically popular among Indian royalty.
ARVADA
FemaleScandinavian female name derived from 'arveidi', meaning 'inherited' or 'inheritance'. It signifies strength, wisdom, and independence, as reflected by historical figures like Queen Arvada the Wise.
ARVAEYAH
FemaleRare Hebrew name meaning "God is my purity," derived from "arvah" (snow) and "yah" (God).
ARVAL
MaleDistinctive Latin-derived name meaning 'fields' or 'plow lands', historically associated with Roman god of fertility and once popular during productive farming seasons.
ARVAND
MaleAncient Persian name meaning 'to happen', associated with a mythical hero who fought against evil.
ARVARD
MaleUncommon Irish name derived from the surname Ó hArbha, meaning 'descendant of Arbhach', signifying 'high' or 'noble'.
ARVAYAH
FemaleDistinctive Hebrew name meaning "my deer," historically associated with the Tribe of Asher in Israel. It holds significant cultural importance and has gained global recognition for its uniqueness and rich history.
ARVE
MaleScandinavian name derived from Old Norse "árr" meaning river, associated with the god Ár in Norse mythology. It carries cultural significance without religious ties.
ARVEDA
FemaleSanskrit-derived name meaning 'lotus', symbolizing purity and spiritual growth in Hindu mythology.
ARVEEN
FemaleDistinctive Indian name derived from Sanskrit, meaning 'pure' or 'undefiled', traditionally given to both boys and girls but more commonly used for females.
ARVEL
MaleWelsh name meaning "of Arthur," inspired by the legendary King Arthur, symbolizing courage and nobility.
ARVELL
MaleDistinctive American name derived from Arnold or Erwin, signifying "eagle rule friend" or "boar eagle rule".
ARVELLA
FemaleRare yet elegant Latin-derived name meaning "field" or "plowland," originally created as a female variant of the Roman family name Arval.
ARVELLE
MaleFrench-derived given name originating from the Occitan word 'arbaila', meaning 'to dance'.
ARVEN
MaleCaptivating Welsh name meaning "noble" or "high-born," popularized by J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth legendarium.
ARVENA
FemaleRare Latin-derived female given name meaning "fields," popular among early Christian communities.
ARVENE
MaleRare and enigmatic name of uncertain origin, with no well-defined etymology or historical significance.
ARVESTER
MaleRare Scandinavian name meaning "warrior of spring".
ARVETA
FemaleRare Scandinavian name derived from 'Arfeitr', meaning 'quick' or 'vigorous'. It was used by ancient Vikings to describe energetic individuals and has been gaining popularity recently for its unique sound and meaningful origin.
ARVETTA
FemaleRare, unisex Latin name derived from 'arva', meaning 'field' or 'plowland'.
ARVEY
MaleRare Hebrew name derived from 'harv', meaning 'mountain'.