Names Ending in I for Girls

Derived from the Sanskrit word "yav," which means "to unite" or "to join together", Yahvi is a girl name used in India that refers to the union of heaven and earth — a gorgeous spiritual name in Hinduism.

Yahvi

The Japanese word for the land of the dead, it may also be interpreted as meaning "world of darkness" or "yellow springs". According to Japanese mythology, Yomi isn't like heaven (a place of reward and paradise), nor is it a place of suffering and punishment like hell. Rather, the souls of the dead remain forever where they lived, existing in a shadowy way. 
 
Reminiscent of Romi, Kiyom, and Nyomi, Yomi can also mean "reading" in Japanese, if alternative kanji are used, which may appeal more for some. Alternative, as a Yoruba name, it may be a shortened form of names like Abayomi and Oluwayomi, meaning "they would have mocked me" and "God is my joy" respectively.
 
Used in a variety of mangas, animes, and games, Yomi made its US debut in 2020, but remains only quietly used, given to 11 girls in a recent year.

Yomi

Zamoni

Aashi

Abi is a charming diminutive of Abigail, with Hebrew origins meaning "father's joy" or "source of joy." It can also stand independently in some cultures, particularly in Nigerian traditions where it means "first daughter" in Yoruba. Though simple and short, Abi carries a friendly, approachable quality that makes it both playful and mature. While less common than the full form Abigail, Abi has seen modest usage in English-speaking countries as parents increasingly favor shorter, less formal names. Its simplicity allows for easy pronunciation across cultures while maintaining its connection to the biblical heritage of Abigail.

Ajuni

Alauni

Alayni

Amaani

Azumi is both a Japanese given name and a surname. It was used as the title of an award winning manga series that ran between 1994 and 2008 and is borne by singers Azumi Takahashi and Azumi Inoue and voice actress Azumi Asakura.
 
Azumi also coincides with the Hausa word for fasting, and may be given to girls born during the month of Ramadan.

Azumi

Bri is a feminine name that originated primarily as a diminutive of longer names like Brianna, Brielle, Sabrina, or Gabrielle. This short, bright name has gained popularity as a standalone option since the early 2000s, reflecting the modern trend toward brief, unfussy names. Bri has a contemporary feel with its single syllable and straightforward pronunciation, yet it carries the warmth and familiarity of more traditional names. Its simplicity makes it versatile across various cultures and languages. While still more common as a nickname, Bri has established itself as a legitimate given name that conveys a sense of friendliness and approachability while maintaining a touch of spirited independence.

Cari is a feminine name with diverse origins. In Welsh, it derives from "caru" meaning "to love," making it essentially mean "beloved." It also functions as a diminutive of Caroline or Katherine in English-speaking countries, giving it connections to names meaning "free woman" or "pure." In Italian, Cari can be a variant of Cara, meaning "dear." Despite its brevity, this multicultural name carries significant warmth across its various etymological roots. Cari experienced moderate popularity in the United States during the 1970s and early 1980s but remains relatively uncommon today. The name's short, sweet nature and positive connotations make it appealing to parents seeking a simple yet meaningful name with cross-cultural appeal.

Cari

Daneli

Demari

Devanshi

A globetrotting placename — Diani Beach is a popular tourist destination on the Indian Ocean in Kenya. It's similar enough to Dion and Diana to feel namelike, although it is actually very rare in the US.

Diani

Dynasti

Elaahi

Elidi is intriguing but potentially confusing. Try the French Elodie instead. 

Elidi

Giavonni

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 55)

Girl Names That End in I