Names Ending in I for Girls

Jermani is a feminine name that appears to be a contemporary creation, possibly derived from or related to names like Jermaine (a French surname meaning 'brother' or 'from Germany') or Jeremy (from the Hebrew name Yirmeyahu). The feminine ending '-i' follows a pattern seen in other modern name adaptations. Usage records for Jermani are limited, suggesting it emerged relatively recently, likely in the late 20th or early 21st century. The name remains uncommon in official naming records but may have increased in usage in recent decades. Without extensive historical documentation, it's difficult to trace its precise origins, though it follows phonetic patterns common in contemporary American naming practices that adapt traditional names with creative spellings or endings.

Jermani

Inspired by several, similar-but-different Hawaiian names, Kaelani is an up-and-coming choice, three times more popular than it was a decade ago. Given to more than 130 babies in 2023, Kaelani ranks below the Top 1000 choices: Kailani, Kahlani, Kehlani, Kalani, Keilani, and Kaylani,
 
Influencer Kaelani Skye might have drawn more attention to the spelling and it might also be boosted up by the newfound popularity of Kaeli.

Kaelani

A vintage short form of Roberta or Barbara, Bobbi fits into the boyish nicknames for girls renaissance. It's already ranked in the England and Wales Top 1000 in recent years. 
 
Barbara "Bobbi" Morse is part of the Marvel universe as Mockingbird, an agent of S.H.I.E.L.D. You may also be familiar with makeup artist Bobbi Brown, and her eponymous cosmetic line.

Bobbi

Unusual yet accessible Hawaiian choice. The Noel beginning makes it a possible <a href="https://nameberry.com/list/412/christmas-baby-names">name for baby girls born at Christmas</a>.

Noelani

Kenya is fairly commonly heard as a girl's name, but its capital city makes a much more exceptional choice. The name comes from the Maasai phrase "Enkare Nairobi," which translates to "cold water." Nairobi is popularly known as the Green City.
 
Nairobi has grown in usage following the release of Netflix's Money Heist where manager Nairobi is played by Ágata Jiménez. American parents are picking up on this African place-name, with over 200 girls receiving the name each year in the 2020s.

Nairobi

Solei is a feminine name with multiple potential origins. It likely relates to the French word 'soleil' meaning 'sun,' offering an elegant variation with the same bright, warm associations. It may also connect to the Latin 'sol' (sun) or function as a creative spelling of Soleil. The name conveys luminosity, warmth, and radiance through its sunny etymology. While relatively uncommon, Solei has gained some traction among parents seeking distinctive modern names with positive natural imagery. Its brief length and flowing sound make it appealing in contemporary naming trends that favor short, melodic names. Solei offers a balance between uniqueness and intuitive pronunciation, making it accessible despite its uncommon status.

Solei

This beautiful name used in India is one of the many names of the Hindu goddess Saraswati. Aashvi, along with several other Hindu names, is currently on the rise.

Aashvi

Akari is a gender-neutral Japanese name used fairly evenly between the sexes in the US.

There are several well-known female singers and actors named Akira in Japan, and Akira Watanabe is a popular anime character.

Akari

Azuri is a modern feminine name with multiple potential origins. It may derive from the Japanese word 'azuri' related to indigo blue or from Hebrew where 'azure' refers to blue gemstones or sky. Some link it to the Swahili word 'azuri' meaning 'good' or see it as a creative variation of the color name Azure. The name has a melodic quality with its flowing vowels and soft consonants. While rare, Azuri has attracted parents seeking a name with international appeal and a contemporary feel. Its similarity to the word 'azure' gives it associations with the clear blue sky and sea, suggesting openness, tranquility, and beauty. The name has been gradually rising in usage since the early 2000s.

Azuri

Dalani is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be derived from Hawaiian roots, where it could be connected to the concept of 'heavenly' or 'from the sky.' Some sources suggest possible Indian origins as well. The name has a melodic quality with its alternating consonants and vowels, creating a rhythmic, flowing sound when pronounced. Dalani remains uncommon in most Western countries, giving it an exotic appeal for parents seeking distinctive names. Its musicality and international flair make it attractive in our increasingly global society. The name has gained some recognition through interior design brands and online platforms, potentially influencing its gradual rise in usage.

Dalani

Dhriti is a Hindi name used especially in Nepal for both girls and boys. English speakers have trouble with three consonants (or three vowels, for that matter) in a row, so this may prove challenging.

Dhriti

Ilani is a feminine name with multicultural origins and meanings. In Hawaiian culture, Ilani relates to concepts of heaven or sky, suggesting elevation and spiritual height. In Hebrew, it can be connected to 'ilan' meaning 'tree,' symbolizing growth and strength. The name also has roots in Native American traditions, particularly among certain Pacific Northwest tribes. Ilani has remained relatively uncommon in the United States, giving it an exotic and distinctive quality. Its melodic sound, with soft vowels and a flowing cadence, contributes to its appeal for parents seeking something unique yet pronounceable. The name's cross-cultural significance and natural associations make it attractive to those who value names with deep symbolic meanings related to nature and spirituality.

Ilani

Kiari is the middle name of the celebrity child of rappers Cardi B and Offset...and also the first name on her dad's birth certificate. If you like unique modern names, this is an attractive option that's a fresh spin on more established options for both genders, such as Kiara and Kyrie.

Kiari

Cori is a versatile name used for both girls and boys, though more commonly feminine. It emerged as a shortened form of names like Corinne, Corinna, or Cora for girls, and Cornelius or Corwin for boys. These roots trace back to Greek origins, with meanings relating to 'maiden' or possibly 'heart.' Cori gained modest popularity during the 1970s and 1980s, reflecting the trend toward shorter, gender-flexible names. The spelling variation Kori is also common. The name's brevity and friendly sound make it approachable while maintaining a hint of spunk and individuality. In recent decades, Cori has been overshadowed by other short names but maintains steady usage. It appeals to parents seeking a simple yet distinctive name with a friendly, unpretentious quality.

Cori

Suri, a once obscure name, hit the headlines when it was chosen by Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise for their daughter in 2006. A truly multi-cultural choice, Suri is a unique name with a variety of different origins.
 
As a Yiddish name, it is a variation of the Hebrew Sarah, while in Persian, it is a botanical and color name, used as both the adjective for red and as the name of a red rose. In Thai, it translates to "sun", while in Sanskrit, it could either be a contracted form of Sunrita, meaning "truthfulness", "joyfulness", or "friendly speech" – or from surya, also meaning "sun". 
 
Beyond that, it is also the name of a breed of Alpaca, a mountain in Peru, a type of edible larvae, a title used for Jain monks, and a Japanese word for "pickpocket".
 
Short and stylish with that cool -i ending and with plenty of meaning behind it, Suri did see a tenfold increase in use after Holmes and Cruise announced her name. Peaking in 2012 when it was given to 246 girls, Suri has declined in popularity since then and is now steadily given to around 130 babies each year.

Suri

Lumi may be a rare <a href="https://nameberry.com/girls-names">girls' name</a> in the USA and England, but it comes in the Top 50 in Finland, where it means snow. Given the popularity of Winter, Holly, Ivy and many other wintery-christmassy names, we think that short and spunky Lumi definitely has potential for greater usage outside its home country as one of the more unusual <a href="https://nameberry.com/list/412/christmas-baby-names">names for Christmas babies</a>. 
 
Lumi can also be considered an Albanian name, derived from the word lumë meaning "river" and inspired by the name of the northern Albanian Luma tribe. In this case, it would be considered a unisex choice and has been used evenly, though very rarely, between the sexes in Albania.
 
Another possibility is that it could come from the Filipino word lumay meaning "gentleness, moderation, manners", making it a sweet and friendly choice but with a grounded meaning. 
 
Given to nearly 90 babies in the US in 2024, use of the name had increased tenfold since 2014.

Lumi

While many are familiar with the Hebrew name Naomi through the Biblical character, the name also has separate roots as a unisex Japanese name meaning "straight and beautiful." Variation Nahomi is rising in use for girls, potentially due to Japanese footballer Nahomi Kawasumi who plays for the American soccer team NJ/NY Gotham FC. A recent year saw it given to nearly 100 girls. 

Nahomi

Rumani can be an alternative spelling for the European county, Romania, or for the nomadic Romani people. It is the Hebrew variation for an area on the coast of Egypt, and it shares similar sounds and qualities to Indian names such as Ramana, Roomani, and Rukmini, to the Japanese name, Runami, and to the Bulgarian Rumiana and the Arabic name Rumaan. 
Possibly influenced by the Indian actress, Roomani Khare, or by the character Rumani from the South Korean video game "Goddess of Victory: Nikke!", Rumani debuted in the US name data in 2023. Given to 88 girls, it was among the fastest rising names of the year.

Rumani

This spelling variation of Sunny is as bright and cheerful as can be. Given to 100 girls in the Us in 2023, Sunni (along with Sunny) is on the rise. This spelling holds cross-cultural appeal, being a short form of the Scandinavian Sunniva, and it also coincides with a denomination of Islam. 

Sunni

Alanni is a contemporary feminine name with a melodic quality that has gained modest popularity in recent decades. It may be considered a variation of Alana or Alanna, which derive from the Gaelic word 'ailin' meaning 'harmony' or 'peace.' The double 'n' spelling gives the name a distinctive look while maintaining its harmonious sound. Some parents may choose Alanni for its similarity to Hawaiian names or its blend of familiar sounds with unique spelling. While not among the most common names, Alanni appeals to parents seeking something that feels both modern and accessible. The name projects a bright, positive image with its open vowel sounds and rhythmic flow.

Alanni

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 7)

Girl Names That End in I