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English names starting with A include some of the most distinctive names in this tradition. Whether you're drawn to English heritage or simply love the sound, these names all carry the cultural depth that makes English-origin names so enduring.

English names starting with A — quick facts

  • 604 English names begin with the letter A
  • 428 girl names, 161 boy names
  • English names are known for their distinct cultural identity
  • All names include full etymology and current popularity data

English Girl Names Starting With A

428 girl names

#66
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Noble, kind
#516
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to open, to bud
#516
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Variant of Audrey, often associated with nobility and strength.
#521
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angelic; beautiful like an angel
#555
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noble
#562
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graced with the light of the sun
#582
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noble, kind hearted, and serene
#586
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Angel - messenger from God
#597
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A beloved name with deep roots
#610
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noble and bright
#615
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noble; of noble birth
#616
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Noble strength
#622
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pure; a name associated with life and resurrection; or the Hebrew word 'אתי' meaning 'to me'.
#633
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A beloved name with deep roots
#642
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An embodiment of well-being
#653
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A beloved name with deep roots
#656
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Pure and clear
#665
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A beloved name with deep roots
#695
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Noble or Honorable
#696
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variation of the name 'Envy', denoting a desire for what others have.
#710
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season of harvest
#715
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Graceful and beautiful.
#718
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noble, kind
#722
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noble strength
#741
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A beloved name with deep roots
#747
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A beloved name with deep roots
#772
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A modern variant of the name Michelle, typically associated with a blend of elegance and strength.
#790
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A beloved name with deep roots
#798
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A beloved name with deep roots
#807
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Virtuous; a beloved one
#818
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Noble
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Defender of mankind
#841
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with purpose and power
#847
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a variant of the name 'Anora'
#870
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A beloved name with deep roots
#886
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A combination of a variation of ‘Arabella’ meaning 'yielding to prayer' and ‘Bella’ meaning 'beautiful'.
#925
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the one who is beyond
#947
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A beloved name with deep roots
#953
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eternal; always true
#953
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A beloved name with deep roots
#957
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graceful, beautiful
#960
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A beloved name with deep roots
#972
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noble, kind
#985
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Air or spirit, noble
#997
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Dark, rich
#998
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amber
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English Boy Names Starting With A

161 boy names

#129
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bowman, one who uses a bow and arrow
#510
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noble
#536
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of the air or ethereal
#540
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noble
#618
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bear; noble or courageous
#635
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exalted
#639
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Old friend
#647
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Noble, courageous.
#673
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Old English
#674
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From the Eagle land
#691
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Noble; kind
#723
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A beloved name with deep roots
#788
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Gift of God; derived from the biblical name Matthew.
#875
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Variant of Aidan, meaning 'little fire'
#885
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unknown, hidden
#889
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A beloved name with deep roots
#912
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from the old town
#970
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Noble; courageous
#1000
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English Unisex Names Starting With A

15 gender-neutral names

#620
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ash tree town
#662
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A beloved name with deep roots
#795
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Old English
#897
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Winged one, nurturer
#1083
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A modern derivative of the name Alonzo, signifying 'noble' or 'ready for battle'.
#1235
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A beloved name with deep roots
#1497
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noble; exalted
#1555
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son of the brave
#1779
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#1861
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A variation of Abbey, meaning 'father's house'.
#4467
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"hare meadow"
#4616
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Old Norse
#4889
English↑ Rising
a great quantity or many
#7737
English↑ Rising
Noble, high-born
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A harmony or musical composition