This list includes 2 Norse gods that start with I that begin with I, organized from “Idunn” to “Ilmr”. Idunn is famous for guarding apples of youth, while Ilmr is a rare, lesser-attested name in Old Norse sources.
Norse gods that start with I are deities in Norse tradition whose Old Norse names begin with I. Idunn, keeper of the youth-giving apples, is the most notable example.
Below you’ll find the table with domain and symbols.
Domain: A concise description of each god’s sphere of influence or primary role, helping you identify their functions.
Symbols: Key attributes, emblems, or objects linked to the god, listed so you can visualize or use them.
Norse gods that start with I
| Name | Primary sources | Domain | Symbols |
|---|---|---|---|
| Idunn | Prose Edda, Poetic Edda, skaldic poems | youth, rejuvenation | apples |
| Ilmr | Prose Edda (Þulur), skaldic poems | uncertain, possibly love | none known |
Descriptions
Idunn
Keeper of golden apples that restore the gods’ youth; famously abducted by the giant Þjazi. Well-attested in Prose and Poetic Edda narratives.
Ilmr
Name appears in þulur and skaldic kennings; likely a goddess or valkyrie, but her role and iconography are unclear and debated by scholars.