So, you're after a classic girl name that starts with the letter "I"? An I-name that's rooted in tradition but perfectly fit for a baby born in 2024 (or any other year, for that matter)? A handful of names fit the bill, and you can see them below.
Or, if you're willing to widen your search a little, you may want to check our list of old-fashioned girl names that start with I. These names are traditional, just like the classics, but they also have a bit of a vintage vibe—some more, some less.
Whether you choose one of the classic names below or go for a retro moniker, one thing is for sure: your child's name will never be dismissed as a flash-in-the-pan.
Isabella may be one of the most popular baby names of the early 21st century, but its deep historic roots mean it could never be dismissed as fleeting or trendy.
Floral with literary underpinnings, Iris commands attention!
A nickname-rich possibility, offering choices from Isa to Belle.
A pared-down version of Isabelle.
If you're after a traditional name that everyone knows but that's rarely heard on today's playgrounds, here's a cast-aside classic begging for revival.
A pint-sized possibility with literary ties, saintly cachet, and links to Greek mythology.
Straightfoward, traditional, and yours for the taking!
A clunky, old-fashioned name or a neglected classic full of potential? Depends on the eye of the beholder!