Roman Catholic Inspired Names

Hedwig

German

"war"

An ancient German saint's name – and most famously the name of Harry Potter's snowy owl – but the combination of "head" plus "wig" feels a little too literal in English.

Ignacia

Latin

"ardent, burning"

This Spanish form of the yet-to-be-revived Ignatius was borne by an early and influential Philipina nun known as Mother Ignacia.

Illuminata

Illuminata is a rare feminine name with Latin origins, derived from the word 'illuminatus' meaning 'enlightened' or 'illuminated.' This distinctive name carries connotations of brightness, knowledge,…

Imma

Variation of Emma, German

"universal"

Imma is the Low German translation of Emma now primarily used in Scandinavia.

Immaculata

Immaculata is a feminine name with Latin origins, directly referring to the Catholic concept of the Immaculate Conception - the doctrine that the Virgin Mary was conceived without original sin. The…

Iolantha

Iolantha is an elegant feminine name with Greek origins, derived from the elements 'ion' meaning 'violet flower' and 'anthos' meaning 'flower,' essentially translating to 'violet flower' or 'purple…

Kinnia

Irish, meaning unknown

Kinnia is an ancient Irish saint's name — legend has it she was a maiden baptized by St. Patrick.