Female and male first names beginning with the letter “I”..

ILLYANA

Female

Russian name derived from "ilya," meaning "lily." It signifies purity, beauty, and grace, with no specific religious or cultural connotations. Popularized by Fyodor Dostoevsky in his novel "The Brothers Karamazov," Illyana has global appeal due to its unique sound and meaningful origins.

ILLYANNA

Female

Distinctive Greek-derived name meaning 'willow tree,' symbolizing strength and grace, popularized by ancient Greeks.

ILLYAS

Male

Arabic male given name meaning "God is my salvation," offering a unique blend of power and spirituality.

ILLYRIA

Female

Unique Latin-derived female given name with no specific meaning, but tied to its historical context as the ancient Roman province of Illyricum.

ILLYSSA

Female

Rare Greek feminine given name meaning "liberator" or "freer," derived from the Greek word for liberty.

ILLYTHIA

Female

Rare yet captivating feminine given name of Greek origin, derived from the ancient goddess Hecate, symbolizing power, wisdom, and mystery.

ILMA

Female

Arabic given name derived from "ilm," meaning "knowledge.

ILMI

Female

Arabic name meaning "the wise one", derived from 'ilm, meaning knowledge or science. It signifies wisdom and is traditionally given as a blessing for the child's future intellectual growth in many Muslim communities worldwide.

ILO

Female

Uncommon given name with uncertain Basque origins meaning 'evening', though not widely accepted.

ILO

Male

Unique Hawaiian name derived from "ilo," meaning "to weave or plait." It signifies skill and connection to Hawaiian culture.

ILOMAE

Female

Distinctive Hawaiian given name, derived from 'ilima', the vibrant yellow Hawaiian flower symbolizing love and affection, coined by Queen Ka'ahumanu III in honor of her daughter's eternal love.

ILOMAY

Female

Distinctive Native American name of Choctaw origin, translating to "shooting arrow", reflecting its bearer's strength and skill as hunters or archers.

ILONA

Female

Hungarian name derived from the Latin word "ala" meaning wing, associated with flight and freedom. It was popular among medieval Hungarian nobility, notably Queen consort Saint Ilona of Hungary (1040-1108).

ILORA

Female

Unique girl's name of unknown origin, believed to be coined by J.R.R. Tolkien, with no widely accepted meaning or cultural associations.

ILORI

Female

Regal Yoruba name, traditionally given to boys born into the Oyo Kingdom's royal family, meaning 'rejoicing head' or 'celebrated one'.

ILSA

Female

Rare and elegant German name meaning "pledge" or "consecration," popularized during the Middle Ages among nobility, now globally recognized due to its appearance in classic films like Casablanca.

ILSE

Female

German feminine given name derived from Old High German words "il" meaning "ice" and "sīn" meaning "victory", thus signifying "victory over ice".

ILSI

Female

Unique Basque name, derived from the Basque language and culture, conveying strength and independence without a direct English translation.

ILSY

Female

The unique name Ilsy has unknown origins, with theories suggesting it could be a Latin variation, but no concrete evidence supports this claim.

ILUMINADA

Female

Spanish-origin name meaning 'enlightened', popularized during the Spanish Renaissance to signify intellectual growth and associated with notable figures like Iluminada Vásquez de Coronado.

ILVA

Female

Rare female name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from the Slavic word "il" meaning "light" or the Old Norse name "Ilva" signifying "all". Despite its unclear beginnings, Ilva has been used across various cultures throughout history, often chosen for its unique sound and spelling. While there are no widely recognized stories associated with the name, its potential meanings of "light" or "all" offer inspiring possibilities for interpretation.

ILWAAD

Female

Arabic name meaning 'happy' or 'joyful'.

ILWAD

Female

Arabic given name meaning "intelligence" or "wisdom," originally used for boys but also suitable for girls.

ILY

Female

Modern twist on the classic Hebrew name Eliezer, meaning 'God is my help'.

ILYA

Female

Russian origin male name derived from the Slavic word "ilya," meaning "the Lord is my God.

ILYA

Male

Traditional Russian boys' name with a deep-rooted history. Derived from the Russian phrase 'ilya', meaning 'the Lord is my God', this name has been embraced by Russians for centuries.

ILYAAS

Male

Arabic name meaning 'there is no god but Allah,' derived from the Islamic declaration of faith.

ILYAH

Female

Captivating Hebrew name derived from Eliyahu, meaning 'my God is Yah', popularized by the prophet Elijah and embraced worldwide.

ILYAN

Male

Slavic origin name, derived from the Russian Илья, which means "the Lord is my God." It's known worldwide for its melodious sound and charming appeal. Traditionally masculine in Slavic cultures, Ilyan has gained popularity as a gender-neutral name globally.

ILYANA

Female

Slavic name of Russian origin that means 'torch' or 'shining light', inspired by the Greek name Helena. It was popular among Russians throughout history, notably carried by Princess Yelena Glinskaya. Today, Ilyana remains beloved worldwide and signifies bright, radiant qualities.

ILYANE

Male

Captivating female name of Hebrew origin, derived from "Eliyah", meaning "my God is Yah".

ILYANNA

Female

Rare Hebrew name meaning 'the Lord is my God', composed of 'El' (God) and 'Yah' (Lord), expressing deep religious devotion.

ILYAS

Male

Arabic name meaning "God will help" or "towards God," derived from the elements "ila" (to) and "yas" (God).

ILYASAH

Female

Arabic name derived from "ilhas", meaning "to help" or "assist", commonly given to girls but also suitable for boys in certain cultures. Its profound Islamic meaning is "she who helps others".

ILYASS

Male

Arabic name meaning 'God', inspired by a devoted companion of Prophet Muhammad, signifying strength and piety.

ILYENA

Female

Unique and beautiful name of Slavic origin, meaning 'tulip' and symbolizing grace, beauty, and elegance.

ILYES

Male

Arabic name that means 'God is my best' or 'God is my highest', a variant of Ilias.

ILYJAH

Male

Uncommon Arabic name derived from Ilyas, a variant of Elias meaning 'the Lord is my God' in Hebrew.

ILYN

Female

Slavic given name derived from "il", meaning "otherworldly". It's associated with Saint Ilya (Elijah) and is less commonly used outside Slavic cultures.

ILYNE

Female

Distinctive Hebrew name derived from 'Eileh', meaning 'these'.