Female and male first names beginning with the letter “I”..
IOKUA
MaleRare and intriguing Hawaiian name derived from "Io," meaning "hawk," with "-kua" denoting "child of." It signifies nobility and strength.
IOLA
FemaleUnique Hawaiian girls' name derived from 'iwa', meaning "to cry out" or "to shout", representing strength and courage.
IOLANA
FemaleStriking Hawaiian name derived from 'iolani', meaning 'heavenly flower'.
IOLANDA
FemaleRare, elegant female name of Catalan origin, derived from 'Joloanda', inspired by Spanish 'Yolanda'. It was popular among medieval European nobility.
IOLANI
FemaleCaptivating Hawaiian female name derived from 'Io' meaning 'hawk' and 'lani' meaning 'heaven', translating to 'heavenly hawk'.
IOLE
FemaleRare yet captivating Greek name meaning 'violet', derived from the ancient Greek word 'iole'. It's associated with figures in Greek mythology like Iole, one of the Danaides who refused to murder her husband, and another Iole, known for her exceptional beauty and pursued by Heracles. Bearers of this name carry a connection to Greek culture and mythology, as well as the delicacy of violets.
IOLENE
FemaleIolene, derived from Hebrew 'Yael', means 'ibex'.
IOLIA
FemaleUnique Greek name meaning 'violet flower' or 'purple iris', associated with the messenger goddess Iris in Greek mythology.
IOMA
FemaleOriginating from Romania, the name Ioma signifies 'God is gracious' and is associated with divine grace. Historically prominent, it remains popular today due to its elegant sound and profound meaning.
ION
MaleRomanian name of Latin origin, meaning 'to go' or 'to walk', popularized in Romania during the Middle Ages.
IONA
MaleDistinctively Scottish female name derived from the historic Hebridean island Iona, meaning 'Yew Island'.
IONA
FemaleScottish feminine given name derived from the Gaelic word "Ì Chùilainn," meaning "Yew Isle.
IONE
FemaleRare yet captivating name derived from ancient Greece, signifying 'violet'.
IONI
FemaleRare, unisex Greek name derived from "Io," meaning "violet flower" or "purple." It's linked to Io, a mythical priestess, and the Ionic order of architecture.
IONIA
FemaleIonia: A unique and elegant female name of Greek origin derived from ancient Ionian region, symbolizing beauty as 'violet flower' and associated with goddesses Io and Iris.
IONNA
FemaleUnique and charming Greek name meaning "God is gracious.
IONUT
MaleRomanian boy's name of Greek origin, meaning 'God is gracious.'
IOREK
MaleIrish name derived from 'Iolar', meaning 'eagle', signifying strength, courage, and nobility.
IORI
MalePopular Japanese name for both boys and girls, derived from two kanji characters: "以" meaning 'with', and "生" meaning 'life'. Historically associated with the brave samurai Iori Motomichi, it signifies vitality and has been traditionally given to children born during spring months.
IORY
MaleIory is of Hebrew origin, derived from 'or' meaning light, translating to 'my light'; it has biblical roots, though less common today.
IOSEFA
MaleSamoan name meaning 'it is lighted up', symbolizing blessing and good fortune.
IOSEPH
MaleJoseph is a Hebrew name meaning "he will add", derived from the verb yasaf, with significant roles in Jewish and Christian traditions, including being the husband of Mary and foster father of Jesus in the Bible.
IOSIF
MaleHebrew origin meaning "he will add," derived from the Hebrew word "yosif" which means "to increase" or "to add.
IOSUA
MaleIosua: A distinctively masculine name of Hebrew origin, translating to 'God is salvation' or 'Yahweh saves,' carrying significant biblical historical meaning.
IOTA
FemaleRare yet meaningful Greek name derived from the ninth letter of the Greek alphabet, 'Ι', which means 'a tiny quantity'.
IOVANNA
FemaleItalian name of Hebrew origin, meaning "God is gracious," known for its strength, intelligence, and wisdom throughout history.
IOWA
FemaleRare, Native American given name derived from either 'Ayuhwa' (sleepy ones) or 'Iowа' (where waters meet), with no definitively known meaning.
IPEK
FemaleUnique Turkish girl's name derived from Persian 'ipek', meaning 'silver'.
IPOLITO
MaleItalian name derived from the Latin "politus," meaning polished or refined. It was used in ancient Rome as a cognomen for skilled public speakers or diplomats, and has since been associated with sophistication and refinement among Italians throughout history.
IPSA
FemaleUnique, Latin-origin name derived from 'ipsissima verba,' meaning 'the very words,' signifying accuracy and wisdom.
IQBAL
MaleArabic-origin name meaning 'elegance' or 'clothing', notably held by Muhammad Iqbal, the renowned South Asian poet and scholar, known as "Allama Iqbal".
IQLAS
FemaleArabic-origin name meaning 'equality' or 'fairness', associated with justice principles in Islam, and popularized by early Muslims who embodied these qualities.
IQRA
FemaleArabic name meaning 'to recite' or 'to read', revealed first to Prophet Muhammad, making it historically significant in Islam.
IQUAN
MaleAfrican name of Yoruba origin, meaning 'King of Death', carrying spiritual or cultural significance.
IRA
FemaleRare and distinctive name originating from both Hebrew ('watchful') and Russian (diminutive of Irene, 'peace') cultures.
IRA
MaleHebrew name meaning 'watchful', with historical significance as one of King David's warriors.
IRAA
FemaleUnique and meaningful Hebrew name derived from "ira," meaning "watchful" or "vigilant".
IRACEMA
FemaleIracema, a distinctive Brazilian feminine name, means 'flower' in Tupi-Guarani.
IRAD
MaleRare male given name of Persian origin, derived from "irada" meaning 'desire' or 'will'.
IRAEL
MaleUnique Hebrew name derived from "ira," meaning watchful or vigilant, possibly combined from Israel (struggles with God) and Ira.