Cat Names That Start With I

A noble surname from northern England that has occasionally been used as a first name.

Among the most wearable Russian boy names for an English-speaking child.

Iselle was a hurricane during the 2014 season, but the name's origins are a mystery. Despite the lack of backstory, Iselle could fit right in with recent favorites like Isabelle and Giselle.

The strong sounds in this energetic Hawaiian name mirror its meaning.

This name was used by the royal House of Luxembourg in the Middle Ages, as a diminutive of Irmentrude. We definitely think this spunky shortening improves upon the heavy German original.

Highly unusual; could be confused with the Isuzu automotive brand.

Ikea is a down-market version of the Chanel/Tiffany/Porsche brand-name-as-first idea.

Diminutive of Ignatius or its female form Ignatia – or, if you're thinking outside the box, of Ingrid or even Indigo. British actor, presenter and comedian Noel Fielding named his second daughter Iggy in 2020.

Indu is truly unusual, but shares sounds with more popular choices like Indie and Indigo. Other moon names to consider: Luna, Serena, Io.