This list includes 44 Spanish girl names that start with I, from “Icíar” to “Izel”. They range from traditional names to modern and regional variants, useful for parents, writers, and researchers.
Spanish girl names that start with I are female given names used across Spanish-speaking countries and communities. Many come from Latin, Hebrew, or Basque roots, and names like Isabel carry royal and religious history.
Below you’ll find the table with Name, Pronunciation, and Meaning/Origin.
Name: The actual given name as commonly used in Spanish-speaking communities, shown so you can scan options quickly.
Pronunciation: A simple respelling and optional IPA to help you say each name correctly in Spanish pronunciation.
Meaning/Origin: A concise definition and origin note that explains the name’s roots and cultural background for context.
Spanish girl names that start with I
| Name | Pronunciation | Meaning | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Isabel | ee-sa-BEL (/isaˈβel/) | pledged to God | Hebrew via Latin; variant of Elizabeth |
| Isabela | ee-sa-BEH-la (/isaˈβela/) | pledged to God | Spanish variant of Isabel |
| Isabella | ee-sa-BELL-ah (/isaˈβela/) | pledged to God | Italian/Spanish variant of Isabel |
| Inés | ee-NES (/iˈnes/) | pure | Greek via Latin (Agnès) |
| Irene | ee-REH-neh (/iˈɾene/) | peace | Greek |
| Irma | EER-mah (/ˈirma/) | whole, universal | Germanic |
| Isidora | ee-see-DOR-ah (/isiˈðora/) | gift of Isis | Greek |
| Ifigenia | ee-feh-HEN-ya (/ifiˈxenja/) | born of strength (mythic) | Greek (Iphigenia) |
| Iliana | ee-lee-AH-na (/iljaˈna/) | from Ilion/Troy or variant of Elena | Greek/Latin and Slavic influences |
| Ileana | ee-leh-AH-na (/ileˈana/) | variant of Elena or “bright, shining” | Romanian/Spanish usage |
| Ilse | EEL-seh (/ˈilse/) | pledged to God (diminutive) | Germanic; used in Spanish contexts |
| Ilaria | ee-LAH-ree-ah (/ilaˈɾia/) | cheerful, joyful | Latin/Italian |
| Ilda | EEL-dah (/ˈilda/) | battle maiden | Germanic |
| Imelda | ee-MEL-dah (/iˈmelða/) | universal battle | Germanic via Latin |
| Inmaculada | in-ma-ku-LAH-dah (/inmakuˈlaða/) | immaculate | Spanish (religious) |
| Indira | in-DEE-rah (/inˈdiɾa/) | beauty or “splendid” | Sanskrit; used internationally |
| Ingrid | IN-grid (/ˈinɡɾid/) | fair, beautiful | Scandinavian |
| Irena | ee-REH-nah (/iˈɾena/) | peace | Greek variant of Irene |
| Ivana | ee-VAH-nah (/iˈβana/) | God is gracious | Slavic (feminine of Iván) |
| Ivanna | ee-VAH-nah (/iˈβana/) | God is gracious | Slavic; variant of Ivana |
| Ivette | ee-VET (/iˈβete/) | yew (Yvette) | French origin; used in Spanish contexts |
| Ivonne | ee-VOHN-neh (/iˈβone/) | yew (Yvonne) | French via Spanish usage |
| Icíar | ee-THYAR or ee-SEE-ar (/iˈθjar/ or /iˈsjar/) | unknown (Basque placename) | Basque |
| Ione | ee-OH-neh (/iˈone/) | violet or “wave” | Basque/Greek |
| Iria | ee-REE-ah (/iˈɾja/) | peaceful (Saint Iria) | Galician/Latin |
| Itzel | eet-SEL (/itˈsel/) | rainbow lady or Maya goddess | Mayan (Yucatec) |
| Ixchel | eesh-CHEL or eeks-CHEL (/iʃˈtʃel/) | Mayan moon goddess | Mayan |
| Izaskun | ee-thas-KOON or ee-zas-KOON (/iˈθaskun/) | Basque form of the Virgin’s title | Basque |
| Izarra | ee-ZAH-rra (/iˈθara/) | star | Basque |
| Izel | ee-ZEL (/iˈsel/) | unique or “one of a kind” | Nahuatl/Náhuatl (used in Mexico) |
| Isela | ee-SEH-lah (/iˈsela/) | possibly contraction of Isabel/Marcela | Spanish/Latin American usage |
| Isolda | ee-SOL-dah (/iˈsolda/) | fair lady (legendary) | Celtic/Medieval (Iseult) |
| Isamar | ee-sa-MAR (/isaˈmar/) | likely “Is(a)+Mar” (sea) | Spanish/Latin American compound |
| Isa | EE-sah (/ˈisa/) | short form of Isabel or Isaiah | Diminutive of Isabel; used independently |
| Ivania | ee-VAH-nya (/iˈβanja/) | female form of Ivan | Slavic/International |
| Ivet | EE-vet (/iˈβet/) | short form of Ivette | Catalan/Spanish usage |
| Ivelia | ee-VEH-lee-ah (/iˈbelja/) | uncertain, modern formation | Spanish/Latin American usage |
| Ivelisse | ee-ve-LEESS (/iβeˈlise/) | likely modern compound | Spanish Caribbean usage |
| Ildefonsa | eel-deh-FON-sah (/ilðefonˈsa/) | female of Ildefonso | Late Latin/Spanish (saint-related) |
| Iris | EE-ris (/ˈiɾis/) | rainbow or Greek goddess | Greek |
| Iraida | ee-RYE-dah (/iɾaˈiða/) | possibly “worshipper” or modern formation | Spanish Caribbean and Latin American usage |
| Isis | EE-sees (/ˈisis/) | Egyptian goddess name | Egyptian/Global |
| Isolina | ee-soh-LEE-nah (/isoˈlina/) | little island (uncertain) | Latin/Spanish traditional |
| Iolanda | yo-LAN-dah (/jolaˈnda/) | violet | Greek via Old French (Yolanda) |
Descriptions
Isabel
Classic Spanish name, widely used across Spain and Latin America; many nicknames (Isa, Bel), strong royal and literary history.
Isabela
Less common than Isabel but popular in Latin America; elegant, slightly longer form often used interchangeably with Isabel.
Isabella
Romantic, international form seen in Spain and Latino communities; often chosen for its lyrical sound.
Inés
Timeless and widely loved in Spanish-speaking countries; simple, elegant and common historically and today.
Irene
Very popular across Spain and Latin America; classic, calm name with many cultural references.
Irma
Short, strong name used in Spanish-speaking countries, particularly in older generations and some Latin American regions.
Isidora
Historic and literary name used in Spain and Chile; slightly vintage, with the nickname Dori or Isa.
Ifigenia
From Greek mythology and classical drama; used in Spanish literature and occasionally as a distinctive given name.
Iliana
Popular in Latin America; soft, melodic name often spelled Iliana or Ileana.
Ileana
Common in Latin America and Spain, especially among families influenced by Eastern European forms.
Ilse
Short, crisp name of Germanic origin used in Hispanic communities, sometimes as independent name.
Ilaria
Imported Italian form occasionally used in Spain and Latin America for its musical quality.
Ilda
Traditional, older Spanish name found in historical records and some contemporary families.
Imelda
Used in Spain and widely in Latin America and the Philippines; vintage, with a strong cultural footprint.
Inmaculada
Devotional name referring to the Immaculate Conception; common in Spain as a compound or middle name (María Inmaculada).
Indira
Of Indian origin but adopted in Spanish-speaking countries; exotic, used by parents inspired by the figure Indira Gandhi.
Ingrid
Widely known in Spanish-speaking countries (e.g., Ingrid Betancourt); elegant, international choice.
Irena
Less common variant of Irene, seen in Spanish records and immigrant communities.
Ivana
Popular in Latin America and Spain; Slavic origin but widely adopted, often spelled Ivana or Ivanna.
Ivanna
Double-n spelling common in Latin America; feminine, contemporary, and fashionable.
Ivette
Common in Latin America as Ivette or Yvette; chic, often shortened to Ivet.
Ivonne
Very familiar in Latin America; fashionable and elegant alternative to Ivana/Ivette.
Icíar
Basque feminine name used in Spain (actress Icíar Bollaín); distinctive regional choice with strong cultural ties.
Ione
Short, poetic name from the Basque country and classical sources; elegant and uncommon.
Iria
Traditional in Galicia (NW Spain) after Saint Iria; now used across Spain for its gentle sound.
Itzel
Very popular in Mexico and parts of Central America; indigenous origin and modern appeal.
Ixchel
Name of a Maya goddess used in southern Mexico and Guatemala; exotic and culturally rooted.
Izaskun
Common Basque female name, especially in northern Spain; strong regional identity.
Izarra
Basque name meaning “star,” used regionally and appreciated for its poetic meaning.
Izel
Short, modern-sounding indigenous name popular in Mexico.
Isela
Popular in Mexico and Central America; friendly, compact alternative to Isabel.
Isolda
Romantic, literary name found in Spanish-speaking countries via medieval tales.
Isamar
Used in Latin America as a melodic blend of Isabel/Isabel + María or “Is(a) of the sea.”
Isa
Common as a standalone name in Spanish-speaking countries; cute, modern, and versatile.
Ivania
Used in Latin America as a soft, feminine form; international flavor.
Ivet
Catalan form of Yvette used in Catalonia and some Spanish contexts; short and stylish.
Ivelia
Modern-sounding name used in Latin America; familiar and melodic.
Ivelisse
Popular in Puerto Rico and Dominican Republic; feminine and distinctive.
Ildefonsa
Rare, historical Spanish name tied to saints and medieval usage.
Iris
Botanical and mythic name widely used across Spanish-speaking countries; short, colorful and international.
Iraida
Seen in Cuba, Puerto Rico and other Caribbean communities; warm, regional name.
Isis
Used across Latin America and Spain despite controversies; striking, mythic choice.
Isolina
Traditional Spanish/Latin American name with vintage charm; sometimes associated with saints.
Iolanda
Classic form of Yolanda used in Spain and Latin America; elegant and slightly formal.