1100+ Boy Names That End in I

  1. Atari
    • Origin:

      Israeli surname; Japanese
    • Meaning:

      "son of the chemist; I'm about to win"
    • Description:

      Atari the baby name is directly correlated with Atari the company. It joined the baby name charts in 1979 when the popular video game Space Invaders was released. It was given to small numbers of boys and girls for the next few years and reemerged in 2006 following Atari Bigby's NFL draft.
  2. Yuri
    • Origin:

      Russian variation of George
    • Description:

      Common Russian name familiarized here via cosmonaut Yury Gagarin and a character in Dr. Zhivago, but we don't see it ever gaining permanent resident status.
  3. Dhani
    • Origin:

      Hindi
    • Meaning:

      "rich"
    • Description:

      Dhani is a haunting Hindi name for boys that's a million miles away from the similar-sounding Danny or Donny. One notable namesake is musician Dhani Harrison, look-alike son of Beatle George. He is named after the sixth and seventh notes of the Indian music scale, 'dha' and 'ni'. 'Dhani' is also a raga in north Indian classical music. Another noted bearer is longtime NFL linebacker Dhani Jones.
  4. Alakai
    • Origin:

      Hawaiian
    • Meaning:

      "leader"
    • Description:

      Alakai is an Anglicization of Alaka'i, a Hawaiian name meaning "leader" and the name of a swamp and wilderness preserve on the island of Kaua'i. Its traditional pronunciation would beah-lah-kah-ee, however, some parents as using it as an invented name inspired by Malakai, with the sounds of the much loved Kai at the end.
  5. Kauri
    • Origin:

      Maori or Finnish
    • Meaning:

      "tree or deer"
    • Description:

      A Maori name derived from a type of tree native to New Zealand's North Island.
  6. Malaki
    • Origin:

      Variation of Malachi, Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "my messenger"
    • Description:

      Malachi is one of the surprise Biblical hits of recent years, in the US Top 200, and now spelling variation Malaki is in the Top 1000 too. Both names are pronounced with a long final i, as in "eye," but the Irish variation Malachy is MAL-ah-kee, which Malaki might mimic instead.
  7. Davi
    • Origin:

      Portuguese variation of David, Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "beloved"
    • Description:

      Davi is a Portuguese variant of David, meaning 'beloved'. It is especially popular in Brazil, where it ranks in the Top 10 names for boys. A rising star in the UK in 2023, Davi was also given to around 140 boys in the US in the same year. While some parents outside of Portuguese speaking communities might be using the name as a streamlined and modern twist on David, the original Portuguese pronunciation is slightly different to the English DAY-vee, and is said da-VEE.
  8. Xavi
    • Origin:

      Catalan diminutive of Xavier, Basque or Arabic
    • Meaning:

      "new house or bright"
    • Description:

      This nickname was given often enough as a standalone to land it in the Top 1000 from 2010—2013.
  9. Nakai
    • Description:

      Nakai is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins, most prominently from Native American Navajo language where it means 'wanderer' or 'one who travels.' In Japanese, it can be written with characters meaning 'middle well' or various other combinations. The name has gained modest popularity in the United States in recent decades, appealing to parents seeking names with cultural significance and natural connections. Nakai's brief, distinctive sound with balanced vowels and consonants makes it both memorable and easy to pronounce across languages. The name resonates with qualities of independence, exploration, and natural harmony, making it attractive to parents looking for names that convey strength and a sense of journey or purpose.
  10. Ariki
    • Origin:

      Maori
    • Meaning:

      "chief"
    • Description:

      An ariki is a member of a hereditary noble rank in Māori culture, the highest in status and seniority. Ariki, and its variant Te Ariki, were the most popular Māori names for baby boys in Aotearoa (New Zealand) from 2022-2025.
  11. Sekani
    • Origin:

      Sekani, Tumbuka
    • Meaning:

      "people on the rocks; laugh"
    • Description:

      Sekani was the fastest-rising boy name of 2019, inspired by the character Sekani Carter in the 2018 movie The Hate U Give.
  12. Rei
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "my companion"
    • Description:

      A very unusual biblical name, Rei was one of David's most loyal supporters.
  13. Akai
    • Description:

      Akai is a masculine name with diverse cultural origins. In Japanese, it means 'red' and is derived from the word '赤い' (akai), symbolizing passion, energy, and vitality. The name also appears in various African cultures with different meanings - in some West African traditions, it can relate to concepts of strength or destiny. Additionally, Akai exists as a surname in several cultures. As a first name, Akai has a contemporary, international feel with its short, melodic sound and straightforward pronunciation. The name's cross-cultural nature makes it appealing in increasingly multicultural societies. While not widely common in any region, Akai has seen occasional use globally, particularly among parents seeking names with meaningful connections to either Japanese or African heritage, or those attracted to its distinctive sound and simplicity.

  14. Mahdi
    • Origin:

      Arabic
    • Meaning:

      "guided one; one who guides"
    • Description:

      In Islamic theology, the Mahdi is a prophesized figure who will appear at the End of Times to act as a redeemer of Islam. Said to be descended from the Prophet Muhammad, it is believed he will rid the world of evil. There are questions and varying beliefs around this doctrine as it is not mentioned in the Quran.
  15. Kalani
    • Origin:

      Hawaiian
    • Meaning:

      "the heavens"
    • Description:

      This name is one of the hot new spiritual names for both sexes. In Hawaiian it means "chieftain of the sky" or "spirit of the sky,"and is extremely popular for boys.
  16. Sami
    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Samuel, and Arabic
    • Meaning:

      "exalted"
    • Description:

      Soundalike cousin of Sammy, cute but slight on its own.
  17. Beli
    • Description:

      Beli is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Celtic tradition, particularly Welsh mythology, Beli was a divine figure, sometimes identified as Beli Mawr (Beli the Great), an ancestral deity. In Slavic languages, Beli relates to the word for 'white' or 'fair', suggesting brightness or purity. The name also appears in Hungarian as a diminutive form of names containing 'bel'. With its short, distinctive sound, Beli offers a simple yet uncommon naming option. Though rare in English-speaking countries, it has occasional usage throughout Eastern Europe and among those interested in Celtic heritage. The name's brevity and friendly sound give it a contemporary feel despite its ancient origins. Beli carries associations with light, purity, and mythological significance.

  18. Ezri
    • Origin:

      Variation of Ezra, Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "help"
    • Description:

      Ezra is a Biblical name that is being rediscovered, which means its variation Ezri can't be far behind. Ezri is one of the up-and-coming unisex names starting with E, with the gender divide surprisingly running five to one in favor of girls.
  19. Lexi
    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Alexandra, Greek
    • Meaning:

      "defending men"
    • Description:

      Lexi is technically unisex though used much more often for girls in the US, where it ranks among the female Top 100.
  20. Mosi
    • Origin:

      Swahili
    • Meaning:

      "first born child"
    • Description:

      Traditional Swahili choice for the eldest child.