Unique Girl Names that Start With I

Ihanelma

Finnish

"lovely, sweet"

Invented in the early 20th century, along with similar names Sanelma and Anelma. Ihanelma was derived from the Finnish word ihana , meaning "lovely" or "sweet."

Izya

Russian diminutive of Isabel or Isidora

"pledged to God; gift of Isis"

A unisex Russian short form, used for Isidor, Isaac, Isidora, and Isabel, this has yet to catch on internationally in the same way Tanya, Sonya, or Sasha have.

Illusia

Invented name

"illusion"

Illusia was created in 1944 by the Finnish author Yrjö Kokko for his fairy tale Pessi and Illusia . In the story, Illusia is a rainbow-dwelling fairy who falls in love with an initially-pessimistic…

Iggy

Latin

"fiery"

Diminutive of Ignatius or its female form Ignatia – or, if you're thinking outside the box, of Ingrid or even Indigo. British actor, presenter and comedian Noel Fielding named his second daughter…

Icylinn

Invented name

Icylinn Goodman is a Gen-Z social media starlet whose previously one-of-a-kind name appeared on the charts in 2021. Ice-themed names have never been cooler (literally) — that year saw the rise of…

Imaray

Invented name

Miami-based social media sensation Imaray Ulloa catapulted her previously unique name into the charts in 2021. It was one of the biggest debuts of the year, given to 17 baby girls, though it fell to…

Izela

Nahuatl

"unique"

Streamlined Isabella alternative that may have been inspired by names such as the Nahuatl Isel or Dutch Iselle.

Isby

Diminutive of Elizabeth, Isabella, or Isabel, Hebrew

"pledged to God"

A playful and vintage nickname for Elizabeth, Isabelle, or Isabella, if you're hoping to avoid Izzy, Lizzy, Belle, or Beth.

Izcalli

Aztec, Nahuatl

"stone house"

The last month of the Aztec calendar, with nickname options including Calli and Izzy.

Invicta

Latin

"invincible"

Elizabeth Holmes named the baby daughter she had during her trial for the Theranos fraud Invicta, perhaps symbolizing that her conviction does not mean defeat. Invicta has been used in mottoes since…

Ios

Place-name

Named after the mythological Io, the Greek island of Ios is located in the Aegean Sea.

Ischia

Place-name

Ischia is an Italian island thought to be a derivative of the term "insula major", meaning "island par excellence."

Ilsabe

German

"pledged to god"

Old German variant of Elizabeth, newly appealing today.

Ilsabet

German

"pledged to god"

Old German variant of Elizabeth, newly appealing today.

Invictus

Latin

"unconquerable, undefeated"

The Invictus Games, a multinational sporting event for wounded, injured, and sick armed service personnel, introduced this Latin word and concept to the general population, especially after the games…

Industry

English word name

"business, hard work"

Industry was turned from a word into a name by pronatal activists Malcolm and Simone Collins, who gave the name to their fourth child and second daughter, Industry Americus. The Collinses are…

Irmrun

German

"whole, universal + secret, rune"

Blending together Irma and Runa, this German compound name has a distinctive sound and interesting meaning.

Ivalene

Compound name or elaboration of Iva, English

"bow warrior, yew tree; willow; god is gracious"

Sweet but sleek, Ivalene can be considered an elaboration of the international Iva, or a compound name, blending Iva with Arlene, Darlene, Abilene, or similar. Quietly used in the first half of the…

Izdihar

Arabic

"blossoming, prospering, shining"

A bright and energetic name of Arabic origin, Izdihar shares its roots with Zahra, Zahira, Zaria, and Zohra. It is borne by Soviet historian and video creator, Lady Izdihar.

Inca

German, Finnish, Serbian, Spanish, Azerbaijani

"ancestor; emperor; slender, thin, soft"

More familiar as the name of an ancient empire from South America, when used as a given name, Inca can have a variety of different origins. While it is more likely to be spelled as Inka (or İncə) as…