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Unique Baby Names That End in I

  1. Jahari

    • Origin:

      Variation of Johari, Arabic from Persian

    • Meaning:

      "jewel"

    • Description:

      A rare but rising unisex name more common among boys. Names ending in -ari are a hot subset of gender-neutral names that grows each year as parents create new combinations.
  2. Astri

    • Description:

      Astri is a feminine name with Scandinavian origins, particularly popular in Norway and Sweden. It's a shortened form of Astrid, which derives from Old Norse elements meaning 'divinely beautiful' or 'god' and 'strength.' In Norwegian folklore, Astri is also associated with stars, adding a celestial quality to the name. Compact yet melodic, Astri carries the strong heritage of its longer form while offering a softer, more concise alternative. Though relatively uncommon outside Scandinavia, it represents a culturally rich choice that combines simplicity with meaningful historical roots.
  3. Denali

    • Origin:

      Place-name and Native American

    • Meaning:

      "the great one"

    • Description:

      Alaska's Denali National Park is the home of the highest mountain in the US, officially renamed Denali in 2014, endowing the name with a lofty feel. There were 20 boys and 55 girls given the name in 2014.
  4. Emani

    • Origin:

      Variation of Iman, Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "faith"

    • Description:

      Emani is more popular than the original Iman, for girls at least. About 200 baby girls were named Emani in the US last year, while 80 girls were named Iman. Iman is quite gender-neutral, with 60 baby boys given the name, while only a handful of baby boys were named Emani.
  5. Ilani

    • Description:

      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.

  6. Narvi

    • Origin:

      Norse Mythology

    • Description:

      A variant spelling of Narfi. The Narvi spelling also belongs to a moon of Saturn and a dwarf in J. R. R. Tolkien's legendarium.
  7. Vasili

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "royal, kingly"

    • Description:

      Alternative form of Basil that might suit the adventurous.
  8. Indri

    • Origin:

      Maltese

    • Description:

      Maltese form of Andrew.
  9. Kiari

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Description:

      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.
  10. Hillevi

    • Origin:

      Swedish, Finnish, Germanic

    • Meaning:

      "holy, healthy war"

    • Description:

      With a hint of myth and ancient poetry about it, this spirited name ultimately comes from the Germanic Heilwig or Helwig, but feels as if it could fit into a modern setting. Pronounced HIL-leh-vee in Swedish and HEEL-leh-vee in Finnish, it could get you to nicknames Evi, Vivi, Levi, or perhaps even Liv. Borne by soprano singer Hillevi Martinpelto, it might be considered old-fashioned in its native countries, but could seem fresh elsewhere due to its rarity.
  11. Megumi

    • Origin:

      Japanese

    • Meaning:

      "blessing"

    • Description:

      An Asian name not widely known in the West.
  12. Lakshmi

    • Origin:

      Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "a lucky omen"

    • Description:

      Often heard in India, this is the name of the Hindu goddess of abundance, beauty, and prosperity, the embodiment of grace and charm --lucky omens indeed. The goddess Lakshmi is worshiped daily in Hindu homes, and has festivals held in her honor.
  13. Yamini

    • Description:

      Yamini is a feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'night' or 'darkness,' often poetically associated with the beauty and mystery of nighttime. In Hindu mythology, Yamini can be an alternative name for the river goddess Yamuna or a reference to night-blooming flowers. The name carries an elegant, melodic quality with its flowing syllables and soft sounds. Popular primarily in India and among the South Asian diaspora, Yamini remains relatively uncommon in Western countries, giving it a distinctive quality. Parents might choose Yamini for its beautiful meaning, cultural significance, or musical sound. The name embodies both gentleness and depth, with connections to natural beauty and cosmic elements in Hindu philosophy.
  14. Amalfi

    • Origin:

      Italian place-name

    • Description:

      This name, from the picturesque town on the Italian Riviera, borrows a bit from Amelia and a bit from Emily.
  15. Huali

    • Origin:

      Hawaiian

    • Meaning:

      "bright, polished, gleaming, unsullied"

    • Description:

      Evocative of hulas, leis, and luaus.
  16. Severi

    • Origin:

      Finnish variation of Severin, French

    • Meaning:

      "stern, serious"

    • Description:

      Makes Severin and Severus a little less, well, severe.
  17. Ersi

    • Origin:

      Greek, Albanian

    • Meaning:

      "morning dew"

    • Description:

      Ersi is the modern Greek form of Herse, a name that appears several times in Greek mythology as both the daughter of Zeus and a consort of Danaus, and one of the three sisters who disobeyed Athena.
  18. Swati

    • Origin:

      Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "unknown"

    • Description:

      Swati is the Indian name for Arcturus, the third-brightest star in the sky. Actress, comedian and writer Mindy Kaling gave her daughter (born in 2017) the middle name Swati, after her mother.
  19. Noali

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "my motion; my rest, repose"

    • Description:

      A modern Hebrew compound name, blending the popular Noah/Noa with the name Hebrew name Li to mean either "my motion" or "my rest and repose" depending on which form of Noah you take as the first element. Currently a rare choice, it could fit in with Romi, Novalee, and Rosalie.
  20. Maui

    • Origin:

      Hawaiian, Polynesian mythology

    • Description:

      The name of the second-biggest (and third-most populous) island in Hawaii was one of the fastest-rising boys' names of 2017. A major factor was surely Dwayne Johnson's character in Moana, the Polynesian demigod named Maui, a mythological trickster who slowed the sun to create the days. (It fell back to normal levels in the following years.)