American baby names starting with A

From the German Adalhaidis, meaning "noble," this literary classic gained modern charm thanks to Alice in Wonderland and widespread use across Europe.

Known for its biblical association as the name of one of Jesus's first apostles. It's a patron saint's name for Scotland, Russia, and Greece, and has been popular among various cultures.

Derived from Greek element "aléxein," mainly associated with Macedonian king, Alexander the Great

It evolved from Antony, possibly influenced by the Greek word "anthos" (flower). Popular in various cultures, it's known for its versatility and classic charm, with notable bearers like Anthony Hopkins and Tony Hawk.

An English name meaning "noble strength," it was revived by Audrey Hepburn and stems from the Anglo-Saxon Aethelthryth.

Aaron, a timeless name with debated origins, has been consistently popular for its gentle sound and strong associations, like Aaron Burr, Aaron Paul and as the name of Moses's brother, the first High Priest of the Israelites.

A Hebrew name meaning “son of the red earth,” Adam is both mankind’s origin and a perennial favorite.

With French roots in Aimée and Latin Amata, Amy means "beloved."

Derived from the German Amalia meaning "work," Amelia rose globally in the 2000s.

Annie, rooted in English and meaning "grace," has long been a cheerful, all-American name known from folklore to Broadway.

From the German root adal meaning "noble," Ada also has Turkish origins where it means "island" and has regained popularity as a vintage, vowel-starting name.

A Greek name meaning "pure," Agnes was once a medieval favorite, with Saint Agnes boosting its popularity.

With Latin roots meaning “nurturing” or “soul,” Alma gained traction in England after the Crimean War.

The Lovely, In Love, Gracious, Deserving to be Loved

Eagle, God is Gracious, Grace, Variant of Hebrew Hannah

Dawn

Noble, Little Rock, Peace, God of Shine

Opening, To Open Up, Second, April

German Origin and Means Noble

Favour, Graceful, Form of Anna, He (God) Was Gracious

Brightness, Sweet, Honorable, Nobility

Manly, A Man's Woman, Feminine Form of Andrew, Man Ones

Healing, Sincere, The Word Althein Which is of the Meaning to Heal

Father of a Multitude, Faultless

Messenger of God Angel

Surrender, Resurrection, Risen One

Messenger, Angel

The Bear

Darling Child, Rock, An Offering, Light and Buoy-any

Noble, German, Joy, Sweet Angel

Autumn, The Fall Season

Related to Elf, Everything and Friend, A City on a White Hill

Efficient, Emulus, Brave, Aspirations

Easy to Love, Bella, Graceful or Beatiful, Beautiful

Messenger of God, Angel

Revered, Great, Worthy of Respect, Majestic

Manly, Defending Men, Helper and Defender of Mankind

The White, The Element Albus Meaning White

To Protect, The Defender, Helper, Repel

Noble and Fight, Son of the Highborn, Alice

Helper and Defender of Mankind, He Who Wards Off (Other) Men

Highborn, My Ornament, Awe-inspiring, Of a Noble Kind

Honorable, Lovely, Bright Beautiful, Silk of Heaven

Rock, Rule, Eagle, Bear Man

Good

Eager for Battle, Ready for a Fight

Exalted, Summer, August, Revered

The Aura, Wind, Or, Breeze

Worthy of Respect, Magnificent, Sublime, Venerated

Happiness, Living, Wife of Prophet Muhammad, She is Life

He Who Wards Off (Other) Men

To Sing, Pure, Man, Very Holy Woman

Father's Joy, My Father is Joyful

Deep, Protector, Guard, All

Believed to have been Introduced During the Norman Conquest, Bird

Exalted, His Highness, Elf, Elfe

Exalted Father, Need, Lift Up, Uplift

Bird Strength Desired

High, Little Rock, Defender of Man, Noble and Shining

Humanity, Man

Lovable, Graceful, Variant of the Latin Amabel, Anna

Noble and Eager, Spanish Form of Alphonse, Embattled, Ready for Battle

Protector, Forehead, All, Noble

The Brave

The August, Variant of Augustine, Helpful, Dignity

Messenger of God, Angel

Lion of God

Derived from "artos" (bear) combined with "viros" (man) or "rigos" (king). Gaining fame through King Arthur and the Arthurian legends, it has been a popular choice since the Middle Ages.

The Word Adin Which is of the Meaning Slender Delicate, Ornamented, Decorated, Gentle

Pledge, Variant of Carlene and Charlene, Eagle, Early

Angel, Messenger of God

Who is Loved, The Beloved

Halo, Aureole, Corona, Halo, First of Its Kind In Germany Popular

America, House and Powerful King

Noble, The Element Alaida Which Means Little Winged Girl

Noble Wolf, Honorable

Combination of Ashley and Lynn, Ash-tree Meadow, Dream, Ash Tree Clearing

Wealthy Spear Owner of Many Spears, Coming from the Oak Forest, Inspired By a Family Name

From the Ash Tree Farm, Form of Ashley, Felicitous

The Dignified, The August

Alpha, First Letter of the Greek Alphabet, Excellent

Speedy, Adorning, Brings Rain, Embellishing

He (God) Was Gracious, Grace, Different, Goddess Durga

Protect and Man, Defender of Men, Manly

Angelic, Angel, Divine Messenger

Majestic, Great, Worthy of Respect, Grandeur

A Bowman Or Archer, An English Surname, Noteworthy and Valorous

Old Friend, Defender

Ara Meaning Altar, Gate of Heaven

Elevated, God, Sublime, Lofty

Delight, Pious, Joyful, Cheerful

Love Child, Sword Tip

Female Version of Elvin, Everything and Friend, Blond, Height

Protection ,Shelter

Ash Tree Enclosure

Honorable, Wolf

Place Name, England, From the Afton River

Truthful, Of Noble Figure, Nobel, Small Winged One

Surrounded By Bright Light

Woman from Hadria, Purity and Love

Friend

From the Ash Tree Farm

Venerable, The August

Small One, Living, Prophet Mohammads Wife, Life

The Pure, The Chaste

Make You Happy

Arthur was a Great King Lives In 6Th Century, Noble, Bear, Stone

Lily, Admirable Mother

Opening Buds of Spring, To Open, The Month Name

Father

Most Venerable, Woman from Hadria, From Adria, Holy

A name with Roman roots, has been popular in England since the 1950s and is known through figures like Adrian Monk and actor Adrian Grenier. While its similarity to Adrienne once led to neglect, it's now a winning choice.

Gracious, Anna, A Form of Annalie, Lee

Pure, Clean, Bright, Wish

Masculine, Son of Andrew

Of Noble Figure

Combination of Ara and Judith, Eagle, Goddess, Blooming Meadow

Altar of the Sky

Noble and Fight, Lust, Small Winged One, Nobility

Noble and Fight, Exalted, The Element Aletheia Meaning Truth, High

Rock, Princess Iranian

Rule, A Native of Adria, Nobel, Eagle

Angel, Messenger of God

Or

Elisabeth, Liese, Anna

Meadow of Ash Trees

Ford By the Ashes

Of a Noble Kind

Like An Angel, Angelic

The Word Albus Which is of the Meaning White

Nice, Ruler of the Jewel, Smart, Amber Coloured

Innocent, Royal, Beautiful Flower

Elisabeth, Anna, Liese

The Oaken, One who Never Born, Made of Oak

Eagle

Noble and Fast, Fight, Embattled, Spanish Form of Alphonse

From Hadria, Adriatic Sea, Dark

Sky-blue, Azure Sky Blue

White Man, Blond, Bright, Fair One

Of a Noble Kind

Ashes of Wood, Ash Tree Clearing

Fortress

Manly, Brave, Of a Man, Masculine

Altar of the Sky

Place Name, My Own Meadow, Clearing, Wood

Noble, Honorable, Power, High and Royal

Sage, Old Leader

Light, Oak Tree, Dear Child

He (God) Was Gracious, Graceful

Beloved Love, Affection

Magnificent, Exalted, Form of Augustus, Great

Peace, Safety, Security

Of a Noble Kind

Maria, Anna

Valley of the Eagle, Great Forest, Burning with Enthusiasm

Old Friend, Noble Strength

Messenger

Handsome, Comely, God of Shine, Rock or Noble

Highborn and Courageous, Brave

Man, The Brave, Manly and Strong, Masculine

Erwin, Friend of People, Experiment, Trial

Meadow of Ash Trees, Ash Tree Clearing

Of the Noble Sort, Protected by God, Silk of Heaven

Cheerful, Happy

Colorful Ornamental Fabric

Beyond Praise, Inestimable, Little Frenchman, Feeds on Flower

Returning, Present, Visitor, The Element Aidier with the Meaning to Help

Good War, Combination of Ara and Judith, Blooming Meadow

Ready for Battle, From the Old Ford, Place Name

Ornamented, Decorated

From the Noble's Home, Elf Stone, Noble One's Settlement, Place Name

Helper, To Protect, Repel, The Defender

The Element Amare Which Means to Love, Lover

Little Eagle, Rule

Exalted, Noble Sort, Variant of Alice

Silver

Little Frenchman / Franke, That Feeds on Flower, Female Version of Anthony, Invaluable