Abraham
The meaning is 'father
of multitude' (Genesis
12:1ff). The name of
the parent of the Jewish
nation. A number of
saints had this name.
Adam
It is possible it
originates from Hebrew
but exact meaning is
notknown. The first man
bore this name (Genesis
2:4-24). Two saints
also had this name in
the thirteenth century.
Adlai
This name appeared in
the bible in (1 Chr.
27:29).
Adrian
This is the name of
various popes and
several saints. It is
believed to have
originated from Latin
word 'Hadrianus' which
means man from Northern
Italy.
Aidan
The name of a number of
Saints
Albert
It is believed to be
both of French and
German in origin. It
was the name of many
saints throughout the
centuries. It means
admirable and noble.
Alexander
The most famous
historical figure having
this name is Alexander
the Great. It is found
in many places in the
bible, and was carried
by many saints.
Alexis
This name is famous in
Russia for guys, and for
girls in the West. It
is derived from Latin
and it means to
'protect' or 'defend'.
Alfred
This is an old English
name meaning wise. This
name is spread in Europe
in different forms.
Amos
This is a Hebrew name of
one of the Old Testament
prophets.
