Classic Girl Names That Start with A

Top-ranking classic girl names starting with "A" include elaborate Amelia, trim Ava and biblical Abigail. They are all popular, deep-rooted choices for girls. But the list doesn't end there. Read on for our round-up of classic girl names powered by the first letter of the alphabet.

1. Amelia. Amelia used to be a well-established but not overly popular choice—until it suddenly shot up the charts in the 2010s to become one of the most popular girl names of the early 21st century.
2. Ava. Like Amelia, Ava has seen a huge surge in popularity this century. But make no mistake, this pint-sized moniker goes back eons as a given name, so it has more than earned its place on this list.
3. Abigail. If you're looking for a beautiful classic name with biblical roots, it's hard to beat Abigail.
4. Aurora. This culture-spanning name feels simultanously modern and classic.
5. Audrey. If you need a beautiful A-beginning girl name with proven staying power, Audrey delivers.
6. Alice. Not only does Alice have a literary lilt thanks to Alice in Wonderland and authors Walker, Hoffman, Munro, Feeney and McDermott, it also has royal cred from a couple of 19th-century British princesses.
7. Anna. Anna serves as a simple, unpretentious biblical classic with broad appeal.
8. Adeline. This French-flavored appellation is just gorgeous. Say oui if you agree!
9. Andrea. An attractive A-name with timeless appeal, Andrea is also a seasoned globe-trotter that crosses linguistic and cultural borders with ease.
10. Ada. Next up on our list is Ada, which might be perfect if you need an alternative to Ava.
11. Anastasia. Of Greek/Russian origin, this towering classic has syllables to spare!
12. Amy. If Anastasia is definitely not for you, Amy might be: it's short and simple, but still feels like a classic!
13. Amanda. Amanda has been used as a given name for centuries, so it definitely qualifies as a classic, but the best part is its meaning—"love", derived from the Latin word amare.
14. Annie. A laid-back couple looking for a casual A-beginning classic might like this adorable A-name.
15. Angela. This classic name comes with a seventies twist.
16. Adelaide. This elegant A-name is rooted in history but isn't overly popular. Seth Meyers and wife Alexi Ashe have a daughter called Adelaide.
17. Annabelle. Who wouldn't want to carry this gorgeous A-name?
18. Angelina. This long but not unwieldy name hits the mark for a culture-spanning possibility that wears well in many different languages.
19. Alicia. Alicia gives you a lovely classic with plenty of pop culture cred via Alicias Silverstone, Keys and Witt.
20. Alma. A name rich in history and meaning, Alma definitely counts as a classic, even if it isn't hugely popular at the moment.
21. Amber. This A-name has fallen a long way from its glory days in the 1980s, but it's still a solid choice.
22. Anne. This short, single-syllable classic comes with saintly, royal, and literary overtones.
23. Ann. Even more streamlined than Anne, this mini moniker combines a classic sensibility with a nod to the 50s.
24. Adrienne. This currently neglected classic combines French elegance with poetic undertones (think Adrienne Rich).
25. Annette. Here's another currently overlooked classic with French roots.
26. Anita. Anita still suffers from overuse in the 1950s but could make an intriguing possibility for parents looking for an unexpected classic.
27. Arlene. Perhaps best described as a vintage classic, Arlene had an illustrious history in Old Hollywood, with several Golden Age stars bearing the name (Dahl, Francis, Harris).