Japanese Names that Start With I
By Nameberry
Updated Tue Oct 01 2024
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- Issey
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"first-born"Description:
Japanese-born fashion designer Issey Miyake, known for his techno-clothes, could provide baby naming inspiration.
- Ino
Origin:
Greek; JapaneseMeaning:
"mythological name; wild boar"Description:
Ino was one of the Queens of Thebes who, after her death, became an immortal. Ino raised her nephew, Dionysus (son of Semele and Zeus), provoking the wrath of Hera. In desperation Ino threw herself into the sea and was thereafter venerated as Leucothea (The White Goddess).
- Ima
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"present, now"Description:
Frequently cited as an example of cruel baby naming, à la Ima Hogg.
- Ichiro
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"firstborn son"Description:
Ichiro is a good classic choice for the first boy in a Japanese family.
- Iku
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"nourishing"Description:
Iku is an easily assimilated Japanese name.
- Ishi
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"stone"Description:
Connotes a strong, solid character.
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