Dutch Names that Start With I

Ivo is an unusual, catchy name with the energetic impact of all names ending in 'o'. Hardly heard in the U.S., it is used a bit more frequently in England, as is the related Ivor, a favorite of such novelists as Evelyn Waugh and P.G. Wodehouse. Ivo is currently most popular in the Netherlands.

Ilsa is remembered as the radiant but tragic heroine of "Casablanca," and it's having something of a European resurgence.

Ignaas is a masculine name of Dutch origin, serving as a regional variation of Ignatius. The name ultimately derives from the Latin name Ignatius, which comes from the Roman family name Egnatius, possibly meaning 'fiery' or related to the Latin word 'ignis' meaning 'fire.' This connection to fire symbolically represents passion and enthusiasm. Most famously associated with Saint Ignatius of Loyola, founder of the Jesuit order, the name carries historical and religious significance. While common in the Netherlands and Flemish regions of Belgium, Ignaas remains rare in English-speaking countries, offering a distinctive option with European flair. The double 'a' spelling is characteristic of Dutch naming conventions, giving it an authentic continental European quality.