Names Ending in I for Girls

Imoni

Jalanii

Possibly a variant of the Spanish and Native American name, Yaretzi, which might be a variant of Yaritza, which is possibly a variant of Yara, with the suffix 'Itza' added, which could be inspired by the Itza people of Central America, or perhaps borrowed from the sounds of Maritza, which could be inspired by Maritsa River in Europe. 
 
That is a lot of ifs and maybes, but if it is a variant of Yaritza, this could give it the appealing meaning of "friend of the enchanted waters", whereas if it's a variant of Yaretzi, it could mean "you will always be loved".
 
What is known for certain is that it was one of the highest rising names in the US in 2023, when it was given to 128 girls — compared to the 9 it had been given to in previous years.

Jaretssi

Jayliani

Jenni is a feminine given name primarily used as a diminutive form of Jennifer. Jennifer originates from the Cornish name Guinevere, meaning 'white wave' or 'fair one.' Jenni offers a friendlier, more casual alternative to Jennifer while maintaining its elegant roots. The name gained significant popularity during the 1970s and 1980s when Jennifer ranked among the top girls' names in the United States. While simpler in form than its parent name, Jenni retains the approachable charm and melodic quality that made Jennifer so beloved. Though not as commonly given as a legal first name, Jenni serves as both a standalone name and a familiar nickname option for parents seeking something contemporary yet established.

Jenni

Josi is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. It can be a diminutive of Josephine or Josiane, names derived from Joseph, meaning 'God will add' in Hebrew. In Germanic and Nordic countries, it may serve as a nickname for Josefine or similar variants. In Brazil and Portuguese-speaking regions, Josi stands as a common nickname for Josiane or Josefa. The name has a bright, friendly quality with its soft sounds and cheerful ending. While not typically ranking on popular name charts in its own right, Josi offers an appealing alternative to more formal versions while maintaining their historical connections. The name's international presence gives it cross-cultural versatility, while its brevity and straightforward pronunciation make it accessible. Josi projects a youthful, unpretentious character that can transition well from childhood to adulthood.

Josi

Kalanii is a feminine name with Hawaiian origins, likely derived from elements meaning 'the heavens' or 'the sky.' In Hawaiian naming traditions, names often connect to nature and spiritual elements, with 'lani' specifically referring to heaven or sky. The double 'i' ending creates a unique variation on the more common Kalani. This name carries the lyrical quality characteristic of Hawaiian names, with their open vowels and flowing sounds. While relatively uncommon even in Hawaii, Kalanii has seen some increased interest as part of the trend toward diverse cultural names and nature-inspired choices. It conveys a sense of expansiveness and spirituality through its celestial meaning.

Kalanii

Kanai

Popular choice among Millennial and Gen Z girls in Hawaii, following along the tails of Kalani.

Kanani

Kani is a feminine name of Hawaiian origin meaning 'sound of the ocean.' It can also be found in Japanese culture, where it means 'crab.' The name has connections to nature and carries a melodic quality that reflects its oceanic roots. In some African cultures, variations of Kani can be found with different meanings. While not among the most common names in Western countries, Kani has been gradually gaining appreciation for its brevity, distinctive sound, and multicultural appeal. Parents drawn to unique names with natural associations might find Kani particularly attractive. Its simplicity makes it easy to pronounce across different languages, contributing to its growing international appeal.

Kani

Kaysi is a feminine name representing a creative, phonetic spelling variation of Casey or Kasey. The original name Casey has Irish origins meaning 'vigilant' or 'watchful' and was traditionally a surname before becoming popular as a given name. This distinctive spelling emerged during the late 20th century trend toward unique name variations and alternative spellings. Kaysi maintains the friendly, approachable quality of Casey while offering a more visually distinctive presentation. The name has a contemporary, youthful feel that appeals to parents seeking something familiar in sound but unique in appearance. While never reaching high popularity rankings, Kaysi represents the modern tendency toward personalized spelling variations.

Kaysi

Kealani is a Hawaiian name combining Kea, meaning "white, clear", and Lani, meaning "sky, heavenly".

Kealani

Kensli is a feminine name of modern American origin, likely created as a unique variation of names like Kensley or a feminine form of Ken/Kenneth, which means 'handsome' or 'born of fire' in Scottish Gaelic. This contemporary name gained some recognition after musician Chance the Rapper chose it for his daughter in 2015. Kensli has a bright, youthful sound with its ending 'i' creating a playful, feminine touch. While still relatively uncommon, its usage has increased slightly in the 2010s, particularly in the United States. The name bridges traditional elements with modern styling, appealing to parents seeking something distinctive yet accessible with its familiar sounds.

Kensli

Keoni

Khamani

Khamyri

Kiki is one of the Coco-Gigi-Fifi-Lulu bohemian-type French nickname names from the turn of the last century, which have endless energy and sparkle. Artist Kiki Smith is its most well-known contemporary representative, and Kiki was the inspiring heroine of Zadie Smith's On Beauty. Kiki can be a nickname for any name beginning with the K sound, from Katherine to Christina to Kayla. 
 Kiki is also a Japanese name most famous via an anime film, Kiki's Delivery Service.
 The notorious artist-actress known as Kiki de Montparnasse but born Alice Ernestine Prin, was most famous as a muse for such Parisien artists as Soutine, Picabia and Cocteau. English singer Kiki Dee was originally named Pauline Matthews.

Kiki

Kimori

A pop cultural Japanese name, borne by a rabbit mascot character, Kuromi is owned by the company Sanrio, best known for Hello Kitty character. Appearing in a 2005 manga series and a legal case in 2025, the character's name may be interpreted as "black and beautiful", perhaps in reference to the design. 
 
Appealing perhaps to fans of kawaii fashion and of names like Kiyomi and Nyomi, Kuromi made its debut to the US stats in 2023, and in a recent year was chosen for 13 girls.

Kuromi

Kylei is a contemporary feminine name that appears to be a modern variation of Kylie. It combines elements of the popular names Kyle and Kylie, with the trendy "-ei" ending that offers a creative spelling. Kylie itself has Irish and Aboriginal Australian origins, meaning "boomerang" in the Aboriginal derivation or potentially relating to "narrow strait" in its Irish form. Kylei emerged in the United States primarily after 2000, when parents began seeking unique spellings of familiar names. The name has a fresh, youthful quality with its bright vowel sounds and modern feel. While less common than Kylie, Kylei offers parents a way to choose a recognizable name while giving it a distinctive twist. The name fits well with other contemporary two-syllable names ending in long "ee" sounds that have been popular in recent decades.

Kylei

Girl names ending in I include numerous wonderful options.

 right now. Along with Naomi, other girl names in the US Top 1000 include Leilani, Remi, Kali, and Zuri.

Eleni, Lakshmi, Yuki, and Citlali are among the uncommon international I-ending names for girls worth consideration.

The I ending was relatively uncommon for 

 before the middle of the 20th century, the

 I became a trendy ending for girls' names

. President Lyndon Johnson's younger daughter helped popularize the I ending when she changed the spelling of her name from Lucy to Luci.

Girl names that end in I are currently trendy among celebrities. Recent examples include Chrissy Teigen and John Legend's Esti, Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas' Malti, and Molly-Mae Hague and Tommy Fury's Bambi.

Here are all Nameberry’s girl names that end with the letter I, ordered by their popularity on Nameberry. If you're looking for a top girl name ending in I, you'll find that toward the beginning of the list, while the rarest names are at the end.

Girl names that end in the letter I, with popularity, origins, and meanings, including top girl names ending in I such as Naomi and Remi along with unique and uncommon names with I endings such as Yuki and Eleni (Page 46)

Girl Names That End in I