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rachel98208
By rachel98208
Updated Fri Oct 01 2021
  1. Ici

    • Description:

      Ici is an unusual feminine name that may have French origins, as 'ici' means 'here' in French. This uncommon name has an interesting minimalist quality with just two syllables and three letters. Ici might also be connected to other cultural naming traditions or represent a diminutive form of longer names, though documented etymology is limited. The name has never appeared on popular naming charts, making it an extremely rare choice. Ici's brevity gives it a modern, almost abstract quality that could appeal to parents seeking something truly unique. The simplicity of pronunciation contrasts with its unfamiliarity, creating an interesting tension between accessibility and uniqueness. As a name, Ici has an ephemeral, poetic quality that distinguishes it from more conventional naming choices.

  2. Ilan

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "tree"

    • Description:

      Because of its meaning, a symbolic name given to boys born on TuB'Shevat, the New Year of the Trees, or Arbor Day.
  3. Ilaria

    • Origin:

      Italian variation of Hilary

    • Meaning:

      "cheerful, happy"

    • Description:

      Hilary may feel too connected to a single personality, but this version offers a fresh and interesting alternative.
  4. Iliana

    • Origin:

      Greek, Spanish variation of Helen

    • Meaning:

      "from Ilium or Troy; shining light"

    • Description:

      Iliana is one of the vaguely but usually undefinably international names that have a wide range of spellings and pronunciations. Ilium was the poetic name of the city of Troy, and variations of this name — especially Ileana and Ileanna — have been widely used, projecting a rather bohemian image. The traditional Greek pronunciation would be ee-lee-AH-nah while in English speaking countries, it might be ill-ee-AH-nah.
  5. Illeanna

    • Description:

      Illeanna is a feminine name with connections to multiple origins. It may be a variant spelling of 'Ileana,' a Romanian name derived from Greek 'Helen,' meaning 'torch' or 'bright light.' Another possibility is that it derives from Irish elements, possibly related to 'Aileen' or 'Eileen.' The doubled consonants give the name a distinctive appearance while maintaining a melodic pronunciation. Though relatively uncommon in mainstream usage, Illeanna offers a blend of exotic flair and familiarity. Parents might choose it seeking a name with cross-cultural appeal that combines elegance with uniqueness. The name carries a romantic, slightly mystical quality while remaining accessible.
  6. Indira

    • Origin:

      Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "beauty"

    • Description:

      A striking and feminine possibility associated with a modern hero — longtime Indian prime minister Indira Gandhi.
  7. Indre

    • Origin:

      French or Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "cave; possessing drops of rain"

    • Description:

      The Indre is a river in France. Spelled Indra, it's the name of a powerful deity worshipped by Hindus, Buddhists, and Jains — roughly the South Asian equivalent of the Greek Zeus or Norse Odin. But either Indra or Indre might make a simple, captivating, attractive name for a modern little girl.
  8. Ione

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "violet flower"

    • Description:

      This unusual Greek flower and color name has gained considerable recent attention via actress Ione Skye, who is the daughter of sixties folksinger Donovan.
  9. Isabelline

    • Origin:

      Variation of Isabella and color name

    • Description:

      With the popularity of Isabella, you might think of Isabelline as a further elaboration -- though it would be the definition of gilding the lily. But Isabelline is also a color, an amorphous pale yellow-gray-cream most often seen in horses' coats or birds' plumage.
  10. Isla

    • Origin:

      Scottish place-name or Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "island"

    • Description:

      Isla is a hit name throughout the English-speaking world but hasn't found the same popularity in other western countries, perhaps because its spelling and pronunciation don't make sense for those whose native language is not English. Think island without the final two letters.
  11. Isolde

    • Origin:

      Welsh, German

    • Meaning:

      "ice ruler"

    • Description:

      Now that Tristan has been rediscovered, maybe it's time for his fabled lover in the Arthurian romances and Wagnerian opera, a beautiful Irish princess, to be brought back into the light as well.
  12. Iuliana

    • Origin:

      Romanian variation of Julia, Latin, "youthful"

    • Meaning:

      "youthful"

    • Description:

      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.