Classic Girl Names That End in the Letter A

Many of the most popular classic girl names end in the letter "A". From feminine and frilly -ia enders like Olivia, Amelia and Sophia to sleeker a-ending names like Emma, Ava and Ella, here are 85 baby names possibilities for tradition-minded parents looking for the perfect a-ender for a daughter.

1. Olivia. Olivia may be one of the hottest baby names of the early 21st century, but its deep historic roots mean it could never be dismissed as trendy.
2. Emma. A beloved girl name with literary cred.
3. Amelia. This name combines a long history of use with a current sound.
4. Ava. Ava is all-girl, but not fussy or frilly.
5. Sophia. Sophia has deep roots, a covetable meaning ("wisdom") and a beautiful sound, plus it straddles linguistic borders with ease. No wonder parents are head over heels for Sophia!
6. Isabella. Isabella has a lot going for it, not least of which is the wide array of lovely short forms.
7. Ella. This sleek and streamlined classic has been used by a number of celebrity parents, including John Travolta, Daniel Craig and Ben Stiller.
8. Nora. Equal parts current and classic.
9. Aurora. Strong yet romantic, ancient yet contemporary, Aurora commands attention!
10. Stella. The Latin word for "star" doubles as a beloved baby name.
11. Victoria. A timeless classic worn across the ages.
12. Elena. An impeccably international classic that sounds at home in many different languages.
13. Bella. Beautiful, literally.
14. Anna. Anna originally comes from the Bible, but you sure don't have to be a churchgoer to use this lovely classic in the modern world.
15. Cora. A traditional name that occasionally takes a dip in popularity but always finds its way back to the charts.
16. Lydia. This biblical name one is perhaps best described as a "quiet classic": it's always been around but never chart-toppingly popular.
17. Eva. Short, but not short for anything!
18. Clara. Anyone else think this pretty, traditional girl name should be getting more baby name love?
19. Maria. A culture-spanning choice with deep biblical roots.
20. Julia. Originally a biblical name, Julia holds appeal for a range of parents in the modern world.
21. Cecilia. A timeless classic with deep history.
22. Valeria. This classic traces its roots to the Latin word valēre, meaning "strong".
23. Georgia. The feminine form of George is also a place name as well as a classic baby name that never seems to completely lose its luster.
24. Andrea. This one combines perennial appeal with an cross-cultural vibe.
25. Ada. The perfect blend of traditional and modern.
26. Anastasia. A Greek- and Russian-rooted classic with syllables galore.
27. Sara. Always a solid, sensible pick for a girl.
28. Juliana. A charming appellation with saintly origins, poise, and many nicknames to choose from.
29. Lila. An underused classic, yours for the taking!
30. Diana. This name has several areas of appeal: a towering royal legacy, literary flair, and a mythological connection via a Roman goddess called Diana.
31. Vera. A simple, graceful name that feels both traditional and fresh.
32. Angela. Former German chancellor Angela Merkel? Award-winning American actress Angela Bassett? Medieval Italian saint Angela de Merici? Take your pick!
33. Lola. A lovely, succinct name that claims multiple origins from across the world.
34. Joanna. A classic biblical name with broad appeal.
35. Lena. An unpretentious, upbeat name that wears well from childhood into adulthood.
36. Angelina. A long, feminine name that works well in many languages. Actress Angelina Jolie is a notable bearer.
37. Rebecca. For some, Rebecca is a faith-filled classic inspired by the Bible; for other, it's a secular girl's name with a 70s/80s vibe. What's your take?
38. Nina. A trend-defying classic that's impossible to pin down to a particular decade.
39. Melissa. A pretty girls' name with mythological significance and poetic undertones.
40. Laura. A solid, sensible girl's name with literary connections and Catholic cachet (Laura is the name of several Catholic saints).
41. Alicia. A lovely ia-ending classic with plenty of pop culture cred courtesy of Alicias Silverstone, Keys and Witt.
42. Regina. An underused R-name with a big sound and an even bigger meaning ("queen").
43. Veronica. A little neglected at the moment, Veronica is a true classic rich in literary, royal and religious history.
44. Sylvia. A name with many centuries under its belt, Sylvia definitely qualifies as a classic, even if parents aren't falling for it in big numbers at the moment.
45. Amanda. An old name with a lovely meaning, Amanda comes from the Latin word amare, meaning "to love".
46. Jessica. Appearing as a character name in Shakespeare's play The Merchant of Venice, this name is much more than just an 80s favorite.
47. Alma. Steeped in history, this old English female given name has stayed out of the limelight for decades now, but seems ripe for a comeback.
48. Leona. Derived from the Latin leo, meaning "lion", this charming girls' name promises to lend its bearer strength and courage.
49. Virginia. A beautiful and sophisticated sound, literary cred via Virginia Woolf, and patriotic overtones—this a-ender has a lot of pros. Just one caveat: the virgin associations may cause some teasing down the line.
50. Gloria. This evocative girl name may be past-peak, but make no mistake, Gloria still has plenty of fans who choose it for their baby girls every year.
51. Myra. A name well-represented in literature, both as a character name and as the name of a number of celebrated authors.
52. Priscilla. A currently overlooked biblical classic from the New Testament.
53. Christina. A multi-dimensional name with notable historical and contemporary namesakes from all walks of life.
54. Flora. Flora could be an interesting possibility if you're looking for an simple A-ending name with a nature tie.
55. Rosa. Means "rose" in a number of languages, including Spanish and Italian.
56. Monica. Monica Lewinsky and the fictional character Monica Geller from "Friends" may be the most famous bearers of this name, but there are also plenty of other notable namesakes, including Saint Monica, the patron saint of motherhood, and the 1990s' tennis star Monica Seles.
57. Della. A cast-aside classic begging for revival.
58. Martha. A biblical classic that sometimes drops in popularity but always comes back again.
59. Ramona. Traditional and steady but not plagued by overuse—let's call this one classic with an edge!
60. Cynthia. Though its 50s vibe may put some parents off, Cynthia still counts as a classic drenched in history.
61. Paula. A fifties sweetheart with saintly associations and a connection to the classic masculine given name Paul, Paula will be back, sooner or later.
62. Teresa. A saintly classic with a bit of a mid-century vibe.
63. Linda. A bit more time-stamped than most other names on this list—but still definitely a classic!
64. Loretta. This name has a touch of vintage flair, if that's what you're after.
65. Barbara. Some see Barbara as a neglected classic with saintly credentials; for others, it's a dusty, musty moniker with a mid-century vibe. What's your verdict?
66. Claudia. It would be hard to call a name as rich in history as Claudia anything but a classic, even if it isn't wildly popular at the moment.
67. Marcella. An Italian-infused classic with literary and saintly bona fides.
68. Dana. This formerly gender-neutral baby name tips in the girls' direction today.
69. Ida. A pint-sized entry with saintly credentials, literary underpinnings, and links to Greek mythology.
70. Patricia. Though suffering from a bit of an outdated image at the moment, the classic Patricia will eventually make a comeback. Want to be ahead of the curve?
71. Viola. Violet is receiving a lot of baby name love, but somehow the equally traditional Viola has stayed out of the spotlight.
72. Sonia. If you're looking for a classic name with strong literary credentials, Sonia delivers, having appeared as a character name in works by everyone from Tolstoy to Dostoyevsky to McKenna.
73. Anita. A traditional name that not many parents are using at the moment—perfect if you want something instantly familiar but a little surprising.
74. Belinda. A name with quite a bit of literary clout, having appeared in works by everyone from Alexander Pope to Charles Dickens to Maria Edgeworth.
75. Rita. For some, Rita reads like a timeless classic with saintly credentials; for others, it's a clunky mid-century moniker best left on the shelf.
76. Theresa. A variation of Teresa.
77. Geneva. Inspired by the largest French-speaking city of Switzerland.
78. Tina. A common nickname for Christina and Co., Tina is also a given name in its own right.
79. Dora. A traditional, currently underused girl's name with literary and place name credentials. Kids may appreciate the link to Dora the Explorer.
80. Irma. A dowdy, old-fashioned appellation or an unduly neglected classic that should get a new lease of life? You decide.
81. Olga. A straightforward Slavic classic without frills. Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholic parents may appreciate the connection to Saint Olga of Kiev.
82. Roberta. Reaching its peak in the 1940s and 1950s, the feminine form of Robert is currently keeping a low profile—good news if you want your little one to stand out among all the little Olivias and Liams.
83. Justina. A neglected classic with saintly credentials.
84. Marcia. This one combines an sturdy literary pedigree with a history that goes back centuries.
85. Felicia. Meaning ("lucky" or "happy"), this Hispanic clssic is having a bit of a hard time at the moment, but sooner or later, it will back!