18 Indian Hindu Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With I

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Ishaan	Boy	Lord; Guardian of the north-east direction; Lord Shiva
Ishay	Unisex	Refresh; Strengthen; Animate
Ishya	Girl	Spring season
Inika	Girl	Army; Splendor; Favor; Grace
Ivanshi	Girl	Gift of god
Ibhan	Unisex	Lord Ganesha
Ivanshika	Unisex	Unique; Rare
Indrani	Girl	Queen of Indra
Iraj	Girl	Noble; Aryan; An Iranian; Wind-born
Idaya	Girl	Praiseworthy; Laudable; Glorified

Inchara	Unisex	Enchanting melody
Inder	Boy	Possessing drops of rain
Ipsa	Boy	Ambition; Desire
Ishaana	Unisex	Master; Lord
Ishayu	Unisex	Fresh; Vigorous
Ishta	Unisex	Desired; Worshipped; Respected; Sacrificed
Ishwari	Unisex	Divine; Goddess
Iravati	Girl	Possessing water; Refreshing

Infographic: Top Indian Hindu Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With I

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Indian Hindu Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With I(infographic)

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