English 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.

This Hebrew name meaning "grace" links to Saint Anne and bridges cultures worldwide, from biblical roots to Disney’s Frozen.

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."

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.

An Old English name meaning “wise counselor,” Alfred owes much of its past prestige to Alfred the Great, the scholarly 10th-century king of Wessex.

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

Meaning “truly brave” in German, this friendly nickname for Archibald saw a royal resurgence thanks to Prince Harry and Meghan's son.

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

Feminine of Alexander, To Defend, Protect and Man, Manly

Beyond Praise, Highly Praiseworthy, Priceless, Of Inestimable Worth

Noble, Little Rock, Peace, God of Shine

Vanishing, Fragility, Vapour, Healthy

Opening, To Open Up, Second, April

German Origin and Means Noble

My Father Rejoices, The Intelligent

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

Brightness, Sweet, Honorable, Nobility

Dwells at the Ash Tree Meadow, Esch Grove, Ashes of Wood

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

Golden, Golden-Haired, Gold Made

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

Mercy, Gracious, Graceful, Favour

Priceless, Who Eats Flower, Beyond Praise, Highly Praiseworthy

Of Noble Figure

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

Noble, German, Joy, Sweet Angel

Autumn, The Fall Season

Gold Made, Golden

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

Adriatic Sea, Square Room, Dark and Rich, Woman from Hadria

Undying, The Element Ambrosios Which Means Immortal Divine, Ever-living

Efficient, Emulus, Brave, Aspirations

Easy to Love, Bella, Graceful or Beatiful, Beautiful

Messenger of God, Angel

Greek Goddess of Wisdom, Unknown

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

Eagle and Elder, Rule, Prevail

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

Honorable, Lovely, Bright Beautiful, Silk of Heaven

Natural Spirit, Rules with Elf-wisdom, Bearlike, Illustrious and King (Power)

Rock, Rule, Eagle, Bear Man

Good

Eager for Battle, Ready for a Fight

Divinity and Fidelity, Ase, Divinely Beautiful, Deity

Exalted, Summer, August, Revered

Gate of Heaven, Ara Meaning Altar

Lion of God

The Aura, Wind, Or, Breeze

Of, Noble, Honorable, Old

Worthy of Respect, Magnificent, Sublime, Venerated

God's Favour, Resurrection, Gracious, Clever

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

He Who Wards Off (Other) Men

Embattled, Eager, Fight, Noble and Fast

To Sing, Pure, Man, Very Holy Woman

Elf, Council, All and Peace, Magical Counsel

Oath, Pledge, Child, Charlene

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

Dear Child, Precious, Rock, Tribe near the Black Sea

Exalted Father, Need, Lift Up, Uplift

Bird Strength Desired

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

Strong and Man, Warrior, Army

Pari, Messenger of God Angel

All and Illustrious, Honorable, Nobly Famous, Brilliant

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

Torch, Of Magdala, Olena, Shining

Trusted, The Truthful, Who is Confident and Enjoys the Divine Safeguard, Honest

Battle, Fight, Embattled

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.

Merry

Lovely, Honorable, Noble, Variant of Helen

Elf Ruler, Alfreda, Counsel from the Elves, Rules with Elf-wisdom

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

Genuine, Truly Brave, Very Bold, Noteworthy and Valorous

From the Ash Tree Farm, Form of Ashley, Felicitous

Alpha, First Letter of the Greek Alphabet, Excellent

Speedy, Adorning, Brings Rain, Embellishing

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

Noble, Protector, Honorable

Army, Vigorous, Strong, Adler

Protect and Man, Defender of Men, Manly

Excellence, Best, Virtuous, Woman of Virtue

Angelic, Angel, Divine Messenger

Majestic, Great, Worthy of Respect, Grandeur

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

Old Friend, Defender

Protect and Man, Protector, Defender of Men, Manly

It was originally the eighth son of Jacob, forming one of Israel's Twelve Tribes. Gaining popularity for both boys and girls, it's known for its biblical significance and its use by celebrities.

Ara Meaning Altar, Gate of Heaven

Elevated, God, Sublime, Lofty

Female Version of Antonio Beyond Praise, Highly Praiseworthy, Priceless, Beyond-price

Delight, Pious, Joyful, Cheerful

Highborn, Noble, Bright, Brilliant

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

Protection ,Shelter

Niyr, Father of Light, Ab

Loveable, Supreme, Of Good Company, Affectionate

Ash Tree Enclosure

Elf, Council, Natural Spirit, Inspired Advice

Place Name, England, From the Afton River

Truthful, Of Noble Figure, Nobel, Small Winged One

Woman from Hadria, Purity and Love

Friend

From the Ash Tree Farm

Small One, Living, Prophet Mohammads Wife, Life

Holy, Most Venerable, To Sing

The Pure, The Chaste

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

Beautiful, Graceful, Easy to Love, Bella

Masculine, Son of Andrew

Of Noble Figure

Of Noble Lineage, All and Illustrious, Honorable, Female Version of Albert from the Old German Adelbert

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

Maria, God's Gift, Anna

Born of God, Herd, Carried, Or Carrying, And Porters

Altar of the Sky

Noble and Fight, Lust, Small Winged One, Nobility

Other, Protector, The Manly, Second One

Only One, Strength, Vigor

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

Armed, The Appropriate One

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