This list includes 90 Modern girl names that start with A, from “Aaliyah” to “Azura”. Many are cross-cultural, favoring melodic sounds, simplified spellings, and recent coinages. It’s useful for expectant parents, writers, and creators seeking modern, culturally diverse name ideas.
Modern girl names that start with A are contemporary given names for girls beginning with the letter A. They often reflect cross-cultural influences and modern spellings, such as the popular example “Aaliyah”.
Below you’ll find the table with Name, Origin, Pronunciation, Meaning, and Popularity.
Name: The listed given name itself, including spelling variants, so you can quickly compare choices and spot preferred forms.
Origin: Indicates the culture, language, or country tied to each name, helping you judge cultural meaning and suitability.
Pronunciation: Provides a simple respelling and IPA when useful so you can pronounce names correctly and confidently.
Meaning: Gives a concise definition or root idea for each name, so you understand its literal or symbolic significance.
Popularity: Notes recent rankings or trend indicators when available, which helps you weigh how common or distinctive a name is.
Modern girl names that start with A
| Name | Pronunciation | Origin | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aaliyah | ah-LEE-ah (/aːˈliːə/) | Arabic | Exalted, high |
| Aaliyah | ah-LEE-ah (/aˈliː.jə/) | Arabic | Exalted, high |
| Aarohi | ah-ROH-hee (/ɑːˈroʊhi/) | Sanskrit | Ascending, musical tune |
| Adele | ah-DELL (/əˈdɛl/) | Germanic | Noble |
| Adelyn | AD-eh-lin (/ˈædəˌlɪn/) | English | Noble kind (variant of Adeline) |
| Adeline | ADD-eh-line (/ˈædəlɪn/)/(/ˈædəliːn/) | French/Germanic | Noble, noble kind |
| Adriana | ah-dree-AH-nah (/ˌædriˈɑːnə/) | Latin | From Hadria (Adria) |
| Adriel (feminine use) | ah-DRY-el (/əˈdrɪəl/) | Hebrew | God is my helper |
| Agnes | AG-nes (/ˈæɡnɪs/) | Greek/Latin | Pure, holy |
| Aida | EYE-dah (/ˈaɪdə/) | Arabic/Italian | Helper, reward |
| Ailsa | AYL-sah (/ˈeɪlsə/) | Scottish | Island (derived name) |
| Aimee | AY-mee (/ˈeɪmi/) | French | Beloved |
| Ainsley | AYNZ-lee (/ˈeɪnzli/) | Scottish | One’s own meadow |
| Aisha | EYE-shah (/ˈaɪʃə/) | Arabic | Alive, living |
| Aisling | ASH-ling (/ˈæʃlɪŋ/) | Irish | Vision, dream |
| Aiyana | eye-YAH-nah (/aɪˈɑːnə/) | Native American | Eternal blossom (interpreted) |
| Akira (feminine use) | ah-KEE-rah (/əˈkiːrə/) | Japanese | Bright, clear |
| Alana | ah-LAH-nah (/əˈlænə/)/(/əˈlɑːnə/) | Celtic | Harmony, serene |
| Alayah | ah-LAY-ah (/əˈleɪə/) | Arabic/Hebrew | Exalted; variation of Aaliyah |
| Alba | AL-bah (/ˈælbə/) | Latin/Spanish | Dawn, white |
| Alexa | ah-LEK-sah (/əˈlɛksə/) | Greek | Defender of men (Alexandra short form) |
| Alexandra | al-ehk-SAHN-drah (/ˌælɪkˈsændrə/) | Greek | Defender of mankind |
| Alexis | ah-LEK-sis (/əˈlɛksɪs/) | Greek | Helper, protector |
| Alice | AL-iss (/ˈælɪs/) | Germanic | Noble, truthful |
| Alina | ah-LEE-nah (/əˈliːnə/) | Slavic/Arabic | Bright, noble |
| Alisha | ah-LEE-shah (/əˈliːʃə/) | Sanskrit/English | Protected by God; noble |
| Alison | AL-ih-sun (/ˈæləsən/) | English | Noble kind (diminutive of Alice) |
| Aliza | ah-LEE-zah (/əˈliːzə/) | Hebrew | Joyful, rejoicing |
| Allegra | ah-LEH-grah (/əˈlɛɡrə/) | Italian | Joyful, lively |
| Allison | AL-ih-sun (/ˈæləsən/) | English | Noble kind |
| Alma | AL-mah (/ˈɑːlmə/) | Latin/Spanish | Soul; nourishing |
| Alondra | ah-LON-drah (/əˈlɒndrə/) | Spanish | Lark (bird) |
| Amara | ah-MAH-rah (/əˈmɑːrə/) | Multiple (Igbo/Latin) | Grace; unfading; bitter (varied) |
| Amaya | ah-MY-ah (/əˈmaɪə/) | Basque/Japanese | Night rain; mother city (varied) |
| Amber | AM-ber (/ˈæmbər/) | English | Fossilized tree resin; golden |
| Amelia | ah-MEE-lee-ah (/əˈmiːliə/) | Latin/Germanic | Work, industrious |
| Amelie | ah-may-LEE (/əˈmeɪli/) | French | Hard-working; variant of Amelia |
| Amira | ah-MEE-rah (/əˈmiːrə/) | Arabic/Hebrew | Princess; leader |
| Amina | ah-MEE-nah (/əˈmiːnə/) | Arabic | Trustworthy, faithful |
| Amity | AH-mi-tee (/ˈæmɪti/) | Latin/English | Friendship |
| Amy | AY-mee (/ˈeɪmi/) | French | Beloved |
| Ana | AH-nah (/ˈɑːnə/) | Hebrew/Spanish | Grace |
| Anabel/Annabel | AN-ah-bell (/ˈænəbəl/) | Latin/English | Graceful, beautiful |
| Analeigh | ah-NAY-lee (/əˈneɪli/) | English | Modern combination (Anna + Lea) |
| Anastasia | ah-nah-STAH-zhah (/ˌænəˈsteɪʒə/) | Greek | Resurrection |
| Andi (formal use) | AN-dee (/ˈændi/) | English | Defender (from Andrea) |
| Andrea | ahn-DRAY-ah (/ænˈdriːə/) | Greek | Manly, brave (feminine form) |
| Angela | AN-juh-lah (/ˈændʒələ/) | Greek | Messenger, angelic |
| Angelina | an-jeh-LEE-nah (/ˌændʒəˈliːnə/) | Italian/Latin | Little angel |
| Angie | AN-jee (/ˈændʒi/) | Greek/English | Angel (diminutive) |
| Anika | ah-NEE-kah (/əˈniːkə/) | Scandinavian/Slavic | Grace; sweet-faced |
| Anisa | ah-NEE-sah (/əˈniːsə/) | Arabic | Friendly, pleasant |
| Annie | AN-ee (/ˈæni/) | Hebrew/English | Grace (diminutive of Ann) |
| Annika | AH-nik-ah (/ˈænɪkə/) | Scandinavian | Grace, favor |
| Annabel | AN-uh-bel (/ˈænəbəl/) | Latin/English | Graceful and beautiful |
| Annette | AH-net (/ˈænɛt/) | French | Little Anne |
| Antonia | an-TOH-nee-ah (/ænˈtoʊniə/) | Latin | Priceless, flourishing |
| Aria | AH-ree-ah (/ˈɑːriə/) | Italian/Hebrew | Air; melody |
| Ariadne | air-ee-AHD-nee (/ˌæriˈædni/) | Greek | Most holy |
| Ariel | AR-ee-el (/ˈærɪəl/) | Hebrew | Lion of God |
| Aria | ARE-ee-ah (/ˈɑːriə/) | Hebrew/Italian | Lioness; melody |
| Ariella | ah-ree-EL-ah (/ˌærɪˈɛlə/) | Hebrew | God is my light |
| Aria | AH-ree-ah (/əˈriːə/) | Latin/Italian | Air; melody |
| Arlen | AR-len (/ˈɑːrlən/) | Irish/English | Pledge, oath (feminized) |
| Aria | AR-yah (/ˈɑːrjə/) | Multiple | Melody |
| Aria | AHR-ee-uh (/ˈɑːriə/) | Persian | Noble |
| Arissa | ah-RISS-ah (/əˈrɪsə/) | Greek/Modern | Peaceful, versatile |
| Armani | ahr-MAH-nee (/ɑːrˈmɑːni/) | Italian | Of the eagle; brand name |
| Arya | AH-ree-ah (/ˈɑːrjə/) | Sanskrit/Persian | Noble, honorable |
| Astrid | AS-trid (/ˈæstrɪd/) | Scandinavian | Divinely beautiful |
| Athena | ah-THEE-nah (/əˈθiːnə/) | Greek | Goddess of wisdom |
| Atara | ah-TAH-rah (/əˈtɑːrə/) | Hebrew | Crown |
| Aubree | AW-bree (/ˈoʊbri/) | French/English | From the king’s elf (Audrey/Aubrey variant) |
| Aubrey | AW-bree (/ˈoʊbri/) | Old German/French | Elf ruler |
| Audrey | AW-dree (/ˈɔːdri/) | English | Noble strength |
| Audrina | aw-DREE-nah (/ˌɔːˈdriːnə/) | English | Noble strength (variant) |
| Aura | AWR-ah (/ˈɔːrə/) | Latin/Greek | Breeze; subtle glow |
| Aurora | aw-ROAR-ah (/əˈrɔːrə/) | Latin | Dawn |
| Autumn | AW-tum (/ˈɔːtəm/) | English | Season name (fall) |
| Ava | AY-vah (/ˈeɪvə/) | Germanic/Hebrew | Life; bird (possible) |
| Aveline | ah-veh-LEEN (/ˌævəˈliːn/) | French | Little bird; hazelnut |
| Averie/Avery | AY-vree / AY-vree (/ˈeɪvəri/) | English | Elf ruler (Aubrey/Avery roots) |
| Aviana | ah-VEE-ah-nah (/ˌeɪviˈɑːnə/) | Latin/Modern | Birdlike; life |
| Aviva | ah-VEE-vah (/əˈviːvə/) | Hebrew | Spring, fresh |
| Ayla | AY-lah (/ˈaɪlə/) | Turkish/Hebrew | Moonlight; oak tree |
| Azalea | ah-ZAY-lee-ah (/əˈzeɪliə/) | Greek/English | Flower name (fragrant shrub) |
| Azaria | ah-ZAR-ee-ah (/ˌæzəˈriːə/) | Hebrew | Helped by God |
| Azura | ah-ZOO-rah (/əˈzʊrə/) | Spanish/Arabic | Sky blue |
| Ayla | EYE-lah (/ˈaɪlə/) | Hebrew/Turkish | Moonlight; halo |
| Aza | AH-zah (/ˈɑːzə/) | Hebrew/Arabic | Strong; healer |
Descriptions
Aaliyah
Popular since the 1990s; elegant, lyrical, many spelling variants (Aliyah, Alia).
Aaliyah
(Alternate common spelling) Widely used in English-speaking countries; modern and melodic.
Aarohi
Modern Indian name rising in popularity, crisp sound and musical meaning.
Adele
Classic with modern revival; simple, chic, seen in music and film.
Adelyn
Modern, softer alternative to Adeline; popular -lyn ending.
Adeline
Vintage revival name, elegant and versatile with many nicknames.
Adriana
Romantic Latinate name, common in many languages, stylish and international.
Adriel (feminine use)
Rarely used for girls but appears as feminine in modern usage; bold, modern.
Agnes
A vintage name seeing modest revival for its crisp sound and understated charm.
Aida
Operatic association (Verdi) and international usage; elegant and timeless.
Ailsa
Distinctive Scottish choice, modern and uncommon elsewhere.
Aimee
Friendly, French-flavored variant of Amy; popular in English-speaking countries.
Ainsley
Trendy unisex leaning female; modern, slightly preppy vibe.
Aisha
Widely used across Muslim and English-speaking communities; classic and accessible.
Aisling
Irish poetic name with growing international appeal; soft, literary feel.
Aiyana
Modern, melodic choice with varied spellings and a contemporary vibe.
Akira (feminine use)
Unisex in Japan; used for girls internationally for its crisp sound and positive meaning.
Alana
Popular, soft-sounding name with varied spellings and international reach.
Alayah
Modern alternate spelling of Aaliyah; stylish and contemporary.
Alba
Short, bright name used in Romance languages and trending for its crispness.
Alexa
Modern, tech association but still used; sleek and contemporary.
Alexandra
Timeless, formal name with many nicknames (Alex, Lexi, Sandra).
Alexis
Edgy, modern unisex name; popular in late 20th century and still common.
Alice
Classic literary name with enduring charm and contemporary revivals.
Alina
Internationally popular, elegant and simple; many cultural variants.
Alisha
Modern English spelling variant of Alicia/Aisha; soft and familiar.
Alison
Sturdy, familiar name; modern usage with casual feel.
Aliza
Bright, energetic sound; used increasingly in diverse communities.
Allegra
Musical, upbeat name with a sophisticated European flair.
Allison
Popular, modernized spelling of Alison; widely used for decades.
Alma
Simple vintage name that feels fresh and gentle today.
Alondra
Melodic Spanish name gaining international usage; musical and feminine.
Amara
Cross-cultural name with elegant sound and modern appeal.
Amaya
Stylish, international name with soft vowels and multiple meanings.
Amber
Popular in late 20th century, warm-hued and familiar.
Amelia
Top-charting name in many countries; classic yet modern and versatile.
Amelie
Charming French variant with vintage-modern appeal.
Amira
Regal, short, widely used across cultures; elegant choice.
Amina
Classic in Arabic-speaking communities and popular globally.
Amity
Uncommon virtue name with an upbeat, friendly vibe.
Amy
Timeless familiar favorite; sweet and approachable.
Ana
Simple international form of Anna, widely used and adaptable.
Anabel/Annabel
Romantic vintage name with sweet, melodic tone; multiple spellings.
Analeigh
Contemporary invented-sounding name popular in recent years.
Anastasia
Regal, dramatic name with Eastern European flair; fashionable yet formal.
Andi (formal use)
Often a formal given name in modern records; informal, spunky.
Andrea
Internationally used feminine name with strong consonant start.
Angela
Classic, soft-sounding and widely familiar.
Angelina
Glamorous, celebrity-favored variant of Angela; elegant and long.
Angie
Friendly nickname often used as formal name; casual and upbeat.
Anika
Modern, international alternate of Annika; short and perky.
Anisa
Soft-sounding name used across Muslim and international communities.
Annie
Charming classic often used as formal name; vintage-cute.
Annika
Stylish Nordic name, modern and crisp, popular in many countries.
Annabel
Romantic double-syllable name with vintage charm.
Annette
Midcentury favorite with refined French diminutive feel.
Antonia
Classic Roman name with elegant, continental sound.
Aria
Soaringly popular after TV and music trends; short, musical, and modern.
Ariadne
Literary/mythical origin but used in modern times; stylishly classical.
Ariel
Gender-fluid but widely used for girls; whimsical and familiar from literature.
Aria
(Alternate cultural meanings) Concise, musical name with broad popularity.
Ariella
Feminine elaboration of Ariel; soft and lyrical.
Aria
(Third common pronunciation/spelling variant) Universally melodic and modern.
Arlen
Used as a feminine modern name; sleek, short and contemporary.
Aria
(Alternative modern spelling/pronunciation) Very trendy and versatile.
Aria
(Cross-cultural variant) Resonant sound, widely embraced.
Arissa
Modern-sounding variant often chosen for its soft vowels.
Armani
Fashionable name inspired by luxury brand; chic and modern.
Arya
Gained mainstream popularity from literature/TV; short and assertive.
Astrid
Nordic chic, crisp consonants and growing popularity.
Athena
Mythic but widely used modern choice; strong, intellectual feel.
Atara
Rare but current Jewish name, elegant and concise.
Aubree
Modern spelling variant of Aubrey; soft and popular.
Aubrey
Originally masculine, now commonly female; fashionable and unisex.
Audrey
Vintage-glam name revived by celebrity associations; classic and stylish.
Audrina
Contemporary elaboration of Audrey/Audra; modern and melodic.
Aura
Short, mystical-feeling name growing in modern use.
Aurora
Romantic, luminous name with steady popularity and fairy-tale quality.
Autumn
Seasonal name with warm, nature-inspired vibe; popular and modern.
Ava
Extremely popular globally; short, elegant and fashionable.
Aveline
Vintage-French feel, feminine and refined.
Averie/Avery
Modern unisex name leaning female; crisp, contemporary.
Aviana
Modern invented name blending Ava and Ana; melodic and trendy.
Aviva
Bright, lively Hebrew name increasingly used internationally.
Ayla
Short, soft, cross-cultural and modern.
Azalea
Botanical name with colorful, modern appeal.
Azaria
Modern-sounding Biblical-style name used in English and other languages.
Azura
Vivid, color-inspired name with modern, exotic flair.
Ayla
(Alternate origin pronunciation) International, feminine and gentle.
Aza
Short, uncommon but modern and striking choice.