Baby Names That Start With I, Girls and Boys

Popular I names for girls

• Ivy (English, from the climbing plant)
• Isla (Scottish, from the River Isla)
• Isabella (Spanish/Italian form of Elizabeth, meaning God is my oath)

Popular I names for boys

• Ian (Scottish form of John, meaning God is gracious)
• Isaac (Hebrew, meaning he will laugh, honoring the Biblical patriarch)
• Isaiah (Hebrew, meaning salvation of the Lord, honoring the Biblical prophet)

Quick facts

Common origins	Hebrew, Scottish, Spanish
Common meaning themes	joy, salvation, God’s grace
Note	Isaac and Isaiah, despite sounding similar, come from entirely different Hebrew roots and carry distinct meanings

Frequently asked questions

What is the most popular baby name starting with I?

Isaac and Isaiah are both strong current choices for boys, while Ivy and Isla are strong current choices for girls.

Are Isaac and Isaiah related names?

No, despite the similar sound, they come from separate Hebrew roots with different meanings, he will laugh for Isaac and salvation of the Lord for Isaiah.

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