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Iu
Catalan form of Yves
"yew wood"
This mini-member of the Ivo-Yves family of names is unlikely to appeal to English speakers, as it sounds like "ew".
Iuka
Chickasaw
"chief's name"
The name of a Chickasaw chieftain who gave his name to the city of Iuka, Mississippi.
Iustin
Iustin is a masculine name of Romanian origin, representing a regional variation of Justin, which derives from the Latin name Justinus, meaning 'just' or 'fair.' This spelling reflects the phonetic…
Ivaan
Variation of Ivan, Russian form of John, Hebrew
"God is gracious"
This variation of Ivan, itself a form of John, entered the US Top 1000 for the first time in 2022. Double As are trending across the states, such as Saanvi and Aarush, and Ivaan is running right…
Ivah
Ivah is a masculine name with ancient Hebrew origins, though it can occasionally be used for girls as well. In Hebrew, it may be related to the word for 'desire' or 'wish.' The name appears briefly…
Ivair
Ivair is a masculine name with possible Brazilian Portuguese origins, derived from Germanic elements meaning 'archer' or 'bow warrior.' It may also have Scandinavian connections, potentially related…
Iván
Spanish and Hungarian variation of Ivan, Russian
"god is gracious"
Ivánek
Ivánek is a masculine name of Czech and Slovak origin, functioning as an affectionate diminutive form of Ivan. Ivan itself derives from the Slavic form of John, ultimately from Hebrew meaning 'God is…
Ivanhoe
English, possible variation of Ivan
So identified with the hero of the Sir Walter Scott novel, it would be almost impossible for any boy to carry.
Ivano
Italian variation of Ivan
"God is gracious"
Ivano is a name that's a variation of a variation, with Ivan a common Russian and Eastern European version of John. Ivano puts an Italian spin on the name.
Ivar
Norse
"yew wood, archer, warrior"
Closer to the original Norse name Ívarr , it is part of a small group of names with similar roots: Ivor, Iver, Ivo, Ives, and Evander, which all make rugged yet gentle feeling choices. Used…
Ivarr
Ivarr is a masculine name of Old Norse origin, representing a traditional Scandinavian name that was common among Vikings. It derives from elements meaning 'yew' (a type of tree associated with…
Ive
Ive is a masculine name with multiple possible origins. It can be a short form of the Germanic name Ivo, meaning 'yew wood' (traditionally used for making bows, suggesting strength). It might also…
Iven
Iven is a masculine name with Germanic roots, a variant of Ivan which itself derives from John (meaning "God is gracious"). While less common than Ivan, Iven maintains the same strong, concise…
Iver
Norwegian variant of Ivar
"yew wood, archer, warrior"
Iver is a popular name in its native Norway, but parents in the U.S. are starting to take note of this rugged yet gentle name. Stemming from the original Norse name Ívarr , it is part of a small…
Iverson
Old Norse
"Ivar's son"
In the 90s, Michael Jordan inspired thousands of parents around the world to name their babies Jordan. Retired NBA star Allen Iverson hasn't yet had anywhere near that impact, but a respectable 64…
Ives
English variation of Yves
"yew wood"
Smooth and sleek one-syllable name, sometimes suggested for Sagittarius boys.
Ivica
Slavic diminutive of Ivan
"God is gracious"
This diminutive of Ivan is typically used for boys in South Slavic countries.
Ivo
Germanic, Slavic
"yew wood, archer; God is gracious"
Succinct, stylish, and catchy, Ivo has the energetic impact of other names ending in -o . It is a multicultural choice with two distinct origins, and, as such, is familiar across a variety of…
Ivor
Scottish variation of Welsh Ifor, English form of Norse Ívarr
"lord; yew tree, bow warrior"
Ivor, a favorite choice for upscale characters in Brit Lit novels by authors like P.G. Wodehouse and Evelyn Waugh, is an interesting and unusual name just waiting to be discovered by parents in this…