Fantasy OC - PC Names - Female

Isela

Nahuatl

"unique"

Isela is a name used mostly by Mexican and Spanish-speaking parents, perhaps in honor of actress Isela Vega. It's believed to come from the Nahuatl word icel , meaning unique or only.

Iselin

This first name of a Norwegian supermodel has no known meaning of its own and is most closely related to Isleen, which is a variation of the Celtic Aislin or Ashling.

Ishana

Hindi

"desire"

Pretty Asian option.

Isidora

Spanish, Portuguese, and Russian variation of Isadora, Greek

"gift of Isis"

The Isidora spelling, though equally legitimate, is about 90 percent less common than Isadora.

Iskra

Slavic

"spark"

A vocabulary word used as a name in many Slavic countries, Iskra means "spark" or "sparkle". It was the name of a revolutionary communist newspaper founded by Lenin in 1900. A famous modern bearer is…

Isleen

Isleen is a rare feminine name with Celtic or Irish origins, possibly a variation of Aisling (meaning 'dream' or 'vision') or derived from elements meaning 'island.' With its gentle sound and unique…

Ismaralda

Ismaralda is a rare feminine name that appears to be a variant of Esmeralda, which derives from the Spanish word for "emerald." The name carries exotic flair with its melodic syllables and uncommon…

Ismeralda

Ismeralda is a feminine name that appears to be a variation of Esmeralda, which derives from the Spanish word for 'emerald.' The emerald gemstone has long symbolized beauty, rebirth, and hope. The…

Ismeria

Latin

The origins of this rare name are shrouded in mystery. Ismeria is an obscure figure in European Christian legend, sometimes purported to be the great-aunt of Jesus Christ, who is connected to the…

Isobel

Scottish variation of Isabel

"pledged to God"

The Scottish spelling of Isabel has a definite character of her own, the 'o' giving her an extra infusion of strength but also an element of confusion. How do you pronounce that? Answer: Exactly like…

Isolde

Welsh, German

"ice ruler"

Sleek, sharp, and soulful, Isolde is the German form of Iseult, the fabled lover of Tristan in the Arthurian romances. First appearing in the 12th-century, the name was fairly popular in the form of…

Isora

Variation of Isadora

This contracted form of Isadora makes for a more concise name that might catch the attention of modern parents.

Isotta

Isotta is a feminine Italian name, essentially the Italian form of Isolde or Iseult from Arthurian legend. The name derives from a Celtic origin, though its exact meaning remains disputed, with some…

Issoria

nature name

The Issoria is a genus of butterflies found in Africa, one of which is known as the African Queen. This name would make a wonderful choice for those looking for a name which subtly honors Africa.

Ithaca

Place-name, Latin, Greek

"island"

The island home of Odysseus, the name of a real-life Greek island, and the New York city site of Cornell University, Ithaca feels like a scholarly and distinctive choice. Pronounced as ith-uh-kuh, it…

Itzallana

Itzallana is a feminine name with likely Nahuatl (Aztec) origins, connecting to Indigenous Mexican heritage. The name may derive from elements related to 'itzal' meaning 'shadow' or 'protection,'…

Itzayana

Spanish variation of Itzel

Itzayana, one of the fastest-rising girls' names of 2016, feels like a distant cousin of the ultra-popular Isabella.

Iuliana

Romanian variation of Julia, Latin, "youthful"

"youthful"

Used predominantly in Romania and Moldova, Iuliana is a variation of Julia and Juliana. It might sometimes be heard in Hawaii, though Kuliana might also be used too.

Ivana

Feminine variation of Ivan

A rarely used Slavic name until the Czech-born ex-Mrs. Trump took it over the top. Daughter's name Ivanka adds a dollop of charm.

Ivania

Ivania is a feminine name with Slavic and Latin origins. It's primarily derived from the masculine name Ivan (the Slavic form of John), with the feminine suffix '-ia' added. The name carries the…