🌟 I Letter Baby Names – 50+ Inspiring & International Choices
Names that start with the letter I often feel modern, gentle, and full of character. Below is a curated list of 50+ Indian and USA names for boys and girls — each with a short meaning to guide your choice.
👶 Baby Boy Names Starting with I (Indian + USA)
Indian & South Asian Boy Names
- Ishaan– Sun, Lord Shiva; the rising light
- Ishan– Lord of wealth; northeast direction
- Indrajit– Conqueror of Indra; victorious
- Irfan– Knowledge, wisdom
- Imran– Prosperity; a respected name in many cultures
- Iqbal– Prosperity, good fortune
- Ilyas– Prophet Elijah; exalted
- Ishwar– Lord, God; divine
- Ivaan– God’s gracious gift (modern variant)
- Inder– Variant of Indra; king of gods
Popular & Classic USA/Western Boy Names
- Isaac– He will laugh; joyful
- Isaiah– The Lord is salvation
- Ian– God is gracious (short form of John)
- Ivan– God is gracious (Slavic)
- Ibrahim– Variant of Abraham; father of nations
- Irving– Green river; handsome
- Ismael– God hears (variant of Ishmael)
- Idris– Studious, prophet name
- Iker– Visitation (Basque; modern and sporty)
- Ilhan– Leader, ruler (Turkish origin)
👧 Baby Girl Names Starting with I (Indian + USA)
Indian & South Asian Girl Names
- Isha– Desire; one who protects; divine
- Ishita– One who desires; superior
- Indira– Beauty, splendor; another name for Lakshmi
- Ira– Watchful; also means Earth in Sanskrit
- Ipsita– Desired, wished for
- Ishani– Goddess Durga; close to divine
- Ina– Strong, respected (short, elegant)
- Iravati– Name of a river; melodious
- Ila– Earth, daughter of Manu
- Indu– Moon; bright and gentle
Popular & Classic USA/Western Girl Names
- Isabella– God is my oath; elegant
- Isla– Island; short and trendy
- Ivy– Vine; symbolizes fidelity
- Iris– Rainbow; also a flower
- Imogen– Innocent, beloved (literary)
- Ingrid– Beautiful; fair (Scandinavian)
- Ivana– God is gracious (female form of Ivan)
- Imani– Faith (Swahili; modern and meaningful)
- Iliana– Bright; shining
- Indira– (Also used in western contexts) beauty, splendor
🌎 More Unique & Unisex “I” Names
- Indra– King of gods; can be unisex
- Ilan– Tree (Hebrew); gentle and natural
- Izar– Star (Basque/Spanish influence)
- Ione– Violet flower (Greek)
- Isolde– Ice ruler (romantic/legendary)
- Iraja– Son of the wind (mythic / poetic)
- Isamu– Brave (Japanese; boy)
- Izumi– Fountain; spring (Japanese; girl)
- Ibrahim– (Also global classic) father of many
- Iriska– Little Iris; modern twist
🌸 Tips for Choosing an I-Name
- Check the meaning — pick something that resonates with your values.
- Say the full name aloud with your surname to test flow and rhythm.
- Consider short nicknames (Ish, Ike, Izzy, Ina) — they often become everyday names.
- Be mindful of cross-cultural pronunciation if you want global ease.