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Boy names starting with I

55 names

55 boy names starting with I, most popular first. Includes names used for both boys and girls.

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Nepali boy names starting with I and their meanings

I names form a smaller group in Nepali, but they carry a strong sense of lordship, guidance and inner strength. This page lists 55 names, six of which are also suited to girls. Most begin with the short इ, as in Indra and Iraj, while a smaller group uses the longer ई, as in Ishwor and Ishan.

  1. Short इ and long ई

    Indra and Iraj start with इ, a quick sound. Ishwor and Ishan start with ई, held slightly longer. In English both look like a simple I.

  2. Names of the lord

    Ishwor and Ishwar mean God or supreme lord, and both are names of Shiva. Ishan means lord or ruler.

  3. The Indra family

    Indra is king of the gods and lord of heaven and rain. Indrajit means conqueror of Indra, and Indresh means Lord Indra.

Boy names beginning with the short इ sound

Indra (इन्द्र) means king of the gods, lord of heaven and rain. Iraj means born of wind, and is a name of Hanuman. Indrajit means conqueror of Indra, the son of Ravana. Indresh means Lord Indra, king of the gods. Ichchha means a wish or desire, a longing of the heart. Iha means wish or desire, and also this world or here. Imtiyaz means distinction and excellence, one who stands apart. The Indra names are easy to spot; browse all names starting with I to see the rest.

Long ई names, and words of faith and guidance

Ishwor and Ishwar (ईश्वर) both mean God or supreme lord, and both are names of Shiva. Ishan (ईशान) means lord or ruler, a name of Shiva, and also the north-east. Ishwori means goddess, the supreme female divine power, and suits a son or a daughter. Iman means faith and belief, and also honesty and integrity. Irfan means knowledge, awareness and spiritual insight. Irshad means guidance and instruction, showing the right path. Most of these begin with ई; see names starting with Is for more.

Tips for parents

  • Check the first vowel: इ is short and quick, ई is longer, and the choice changes the Devanagari spelling.
  • Ishwor and Ishwar are the same name with two common spellings; choose one before you write it down.
  • A short name like Iraj or Iha is easy for a child to learn to write.
  • Say Ishan and Ishwor with your surname to hear whether the -n and -r endings sit well together.

Frequently asked questions

What are some Nepali boy names starting with I?

Indra means king of the gods, Ishwor means supreme lord, Ishan means lord or ruler, and Iraj means born of wind. Iman means faith, and Irfan means knowledge and awareness.

What does the name Indrajit mean?

Indrajit means conqueror of Indra. It is written इन्द्रजित and belongs to the son of Ravana in the Ramayana.

How is I pronounced in Nepali names?

Most I names begin with इ, a short sound as in Indra, or ई, a longer sound as in Ishwor. English uses one letter for both, so check the Devanagari spelling if the difference matters to you.

Are there girl names starting with I?

Yes, a small number. See girl names starting with I for the names suited to girls, including unisex choices such as Ichchha.