Female and male first names beginning with the letter “I”..
INNILA
FemaleDistinctive African feminine given name of Yoruba origin, meaning 'She has found joy.'
INNIS
MaleIrish name meaning "descendant of the islander," derived from the ancient surname Ó Innsealach, associated with Inishowen peninsula in County Donegal.
INNIS
FemaleIrish origin, derived from Ó hInnse, meaning "island" or "fair-haired," reflecting its historical roots in County Clare.
INNOCENCE
FemaleThe feminine given name Innocence, derived from the Latin 'innocens' meaning innocent or harmless, originated in the Middle Ages and signifies purity, simplicity, and goodness.
INNOCENT
FemaleThe name Innocent originates from Latin, meaning "innocent" or "harmless".
INNOCENT
MaleLatin origin, meaning "harmless" or "not guilty," derived from the Latin word "innocens." It has historical significance in Christianity, notably through Saint Innocent I, who reigned as pope from 401 to 417.
INO
FemaleGreek female given name meaning 'to go' or 'to move', derived from the Greek word 'inois'. It was popular among ancient Greeks and appears in their mythology through figures like Ino Leuke and nurse-maids of Zeus.
INOCENCIA
FemaleInnocencia is a Spanish-origin feminine given name meaning 'innocence', traditionally used in Spain and Spanish-speaking countries to symbolize purity and harmony, though rare compared to other names like Maria or Sofia. It gained cultural significance through Isabel Allende's novel "The House of the Spirits".
INOCENCIO
MaleLatin-derived masculine given name meaning 'innocent', popularized by early Christians and still used today in Spanish-speaking countries like Spain and Argentina.
INOCENTE
MaleLatin origin, means 'innocent', derived from the Latin word 'inocens'.
INOKE
MaleHawaiian unisex name meaning 'beautiful', derived from 'ino' combined with the possessive particle 'ke'.
INOLA
FemaleCaptivating female name of Choctaw origin, meaning "sun woman".
INONA
FemaleRare yet resonant Hawaiian name derived from "inono," meaning 'to hum or chant.' It signifies harmony and melodiousness.
INORI
FemaleJapanese given name derived from the kanji characters 祈り, meaning 'prayer' or 'invocation', commonly used for both boys and girls.
INRI
MaleThe name Inri, derived from the Hebrew inscription 'Yeshua ha-Natsri ve-Malkha d'Huddah' on Jesus Christ's cross, carries significant historical and religious meaning.
INSHA
FemaleArabic given name derived from 'insha'Allah', meaning 'if Allah wills' or 'God willing', expressing uncertainty about future plans and submission to God's will.
INSHIRAH
FemaleThe name Inshirah has Arabic origins and signifies 'inspiration' or 'divine guidance.'
INSIYA
FemaleIndian-origin name derived from Sanskrit's 'Insai', meaning 'moon' or 'night', symbolizing divine beauty and grace in Hindu mythology.
INSIYAH
FemaleThe Arabic origin name Insiyah means 'pure' or 'innocent', reflecting its spiritual significance in Islamic tradition.
INSLEY
FemaleUncommon English name of Old English origin, derived from "Æsc", meaning "ash tree". Once a surname, it now serves as a distinctive given name for boys, popularized in the United Kingdom with fewer than 100 individuals named Insley living in the United States by 2014. Its resilience-associated meaning and traditional English roots appeal to those seeking depth and heritage in names.
INTA
FemaleInta, of Georgian origin, means "sun" in Georgian culture, symbolizing radiance and warmth. It has been traditionally used for girls born during summer or dawn, reflecting the sun's energy at these times.
INTEGRITY
FemaleAmerican-originated given name derived from the English word 'integrity', meaning completeness or wholeness.
INTI
MaleQuechua name meaning 'sun', popularized by the Inca Empire who revered him as the Sun God.
INTISAAR
FemaleArabic girls' name derived from 'asara,' meaning 'to stop' or 'destination.' Traditionally given for prosperity, it was famously held by poetess Intisaar al-Qaysi.
INTISAR
FemaleArabic origin, derived from the root word 'n-s-r,' translating to 'victory' or 'triumph.' It means 'victorious' and is often associated with Islamic traditions.
INUS
FemaleRare and distinctive name of unknown origin, often believed to be derived from the Hebrew 'Ines', meaning 'pure'.
INVY
FemaleUnique Latin-derived name, meaning 'uninvited' or 'undesired', yet it has gained international popularity despite its uncommon origin.
INYA
FemaleUnique and beautiful name of unknown origin and meaning.
INZA
FemaleRare yet captivating name of Basque origin, meaning 'name' or signifying 'the lord is my light'.
INZO
MaleItalian male given name meaning "to conquer".
IO
FemaleFeminine name of Greek origin, meaning 'violet flower'.
IO
MaleRare Greek feminine given name derived from "io," meaning "yell" or "shout." In Greek mythology, Io was a princess transformed into a cow by Zeus to hide her from Hera.
IOAN
MaleTraditional Romanian male name with deep historical roots, derived from the Latin Ioannes and ultimately from the Hebrew Yochanan, meaning "God is gracious". It has been widely used in Romania for centuries and carries a profound significance due to its religious associations and notable figures throughout history such as Ioan I Vlad Dracul. Despite its historic ties, Ioan remains a popular choice among Romanian parents today for its timeless appeal and ease of pronunciation.
IOAN
FemalePopular male name of Romanian origin, derived from the Latin Ioannes meaning "God is gracious".
IOANA
FemaleBeautiful and unique Romanian name, the feminine form of Ioan derived from Latin Johannes, meaning 'God is gracious'.
IOANE
MaleMeet Ioane, a captivating Hawaiian name derived from 'Io,' meaning 'pillar' or 'foundation,' symbolizing strength and endurance.
IOANIS
MaleGreek name derived from Ioannes, meaning "God is gracious." It has historical significance as the name of John the Baptist in the New Testament and has been popular among Greeks throughout history.
IOANNA
FemaleMeet Ioanna, a Greek feminine name derived from Hebrew 'Yochanan', meaning 'God is gracious'.
IOANNIS
MalePopular Greek male name meaning "God is merciful," derived from Hebrew Yochanan via Latin Johannes.
IOKEPA
MaleRare Hawaiian name meaning 'Hawk Secure', symbolizing vision and unity, and honoring ancient chiefs known for their strength and courage.