This list includes 21 Colors that start with I, from “Ice Cold” to “Ivory”. They range from cool, icy blues to soft neutrals and bold jewel tones. Common uses include branding, web design, product packaging, and creative projects.

Colors that start with I are named hues beginning with the letter “I”. Many recall coolness, clarity, or elegance—think icy blues, indigo depths, or understated ivories.

Below you’ll find the table with Name, Hex, RGB and Color psychology.

Name: The common color name helps you identify and search for the hue across palettes and references.

Hex: The six-digit hexadecimal code lets you reproduce the exact color for web and digital projects.

RGB: The red, green, blue values show screen color mixing so you can match or convert colors accurately.

Color psychology: Short notes on mood and symbolism help you pick colors for branding, interiors, or visual storytelling.

Colors that start with I

NameHexRGBSource
Indian Red#CD5C5C205, 92, 92X11/CSS Color Name
Indigo#4B008275, 0, 130X11/CSS Color Name
Ivory#FFFFF0255, 255, 240X11/CSS Color Name
Inchworm#B2EC5D178, 236, 93Crayola Crayon Color
Iguana Green#71BC78113, 188, 120Pantone Color System
Imperial Red#ED2939237, 41, 57Wikipedia “List of colors”
Imperial Blue#0023950, 35, 149Wikipedia “List of colors” (Flag of the UK)
Iceberg#71A6D2113, 166, 210Crayola Crayon Color
Illuminating#F5DF4D245, 223, 77Pantone Color of the Year 2021
Iris#5A4FCF90, 79, 207Wikipedia “List of colors”
Iron Ore#3C3C3C60, 60, 60Sherwin-Williams Paint Color
Isabelline#F4F0EC244, 240, 236Wikipedia “List of colors”
Indian Yellow#E3A857227, 168, 87Wikipedia “List of colors”
International Klein Blue#002FA70, 47, 167Wikipedia “List of colors” (Artist Yves Klein)
International Orange#C0362C192, 54, 44Wikipedia “List of colors” (Golden Gate Bridge)
Independence#4C516D76, 81, 109Crayola Crayon Color
Icterine#FCF75E252, 247, 94Wikipedia “List of colors”
Imperial Purple#66023C102, 2, 60Wikipedia “List of colors” (Tyrian Purple)
Ink Blue#0030510, 48, 81Valspar Paint Color
Icy Bay#C4D2D0196, 210, 208Benjamin Moore Paint Color
Ice Cold#DDE5E6221, 229, 230Behr Paint Color

Descriptions

Indian Red
A medium reddish-brown, like terracotta. It evokes warmth, earthiness, and stability, often used in rustic or traditional designs for a cozy and grounded feel.
Indigo
A deep, rich blue-violet, halfway between blue and violet on the spectrum. It symbolizes intuition, perception, and wisdom, creating a sense of drama or luxury.
Ivory
A creamy, off-white shade resembling elephant tusks. It suggests quiet elegance, purity, and calmness, making it a popular, softer alternative to stark white in design.
Inchworm
A bright, lively yellow-green, like a young caterpillar. It’s playful, energetic, and youthful, perfect for children’s branding or designs that need a fresh, natural pop.
Iguana Green
A soft, muted green reminiscent of a lizard’s skin. It’s calming, natural, and balanced, working well in eco-friendly branding or to create a serene atmosphere.
Imperial Red
A deep, vibrant red, often associated with empires and royalty. It conveys power, passion, and luxury, making it a bold choice for branding that wants to command attention.
Imperial Blue
A deep, dark blue used in many national flags. It projects authority, stability, and trustworthiness, making it an excellent choice for corporate branding and formal designs.
Iceberg
A cool, muted blue with a hint of gray, like a distant glacier. It feels calm, refreshing, and spacious, useful for creating a clean, modern, and tranquil aesthetic.
Illuminating
A bright and cheerful yellow, optimistic and full of sunny promise. It conveys happiness and energy, ideal for accents that need to grab attention and spread positivity.
Iris
A saturated purplish-blue, inspired by the Iris flower. It’s associated with royalty, wisdom, and creativity, adding a touch of unique sophistication to any design.
Iron Ore
A very dark, solid charcoal gray, like unpolished iron. A powerful neutral that conveys strength, sophistication, and modernity, popular for accent walls and bold designs.
Isabelline
A pale, grayish-yellow or parchment-like off-white. The name has a royal history, giving it a sense of classic, understated elegance. A subtle and sophisticated neutral.
Indian Yellow
A deep, luminous golden-yellow with a rich history as an artist’s pigment. It’s warm, exotic, and radiant, used to bring a touch of golden-hour glow to a design.
International Klein Blue
An intense, deep ultramarine blue developed by artist Yves Klein. It’s pure, vibrant, and has a powerful, almost spiritual presence. A statement color that feels both modern and timeless.
International Orange
A bright, reddish-orange used on landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge. It’s highly visible and energetic, symbolizing safety and innovation.
Independence
A dark, muted blue-gray, like a stormy sky at twilight. It feels serious, stable, and dignified, making it a sophisticated neutral for a composed and professional look.
Icterine
A brilliant, slightly greenish-yellow, named after a songbird. It’s bright, cheerful, and full of life, a zesty color that brings a fresh, vibrant feel to designs.
Imperial Purple
A deep, reddish-purple historically reserved for royalty. It represents wealth, power, and luxury, making it a majestic choice for high-end branding.
Ink Blue
A deep, dark blue, almost black, like traditional fountain pen ink. It signifies knowledge, authority, and seriousness, a classic choice for professional and academic contexts.
Icy Bay
A pale, watery green-gray, like the calm waters of a frozen bay. It’s a tranquil and soothing color that promotes relaxation and quiet contemplation in a space.
Ice Cold
A very light, cool off-white with a faint hint of blue-gray. It evokes a feeling of crisp, clean air, perfect for minimalist designs needing a cool, serene backdrop.
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