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Choosing a Muslim baby boy names starting with I can be a meaningful and exciting process for parents. These names often carry deep cultural and religious significance, reflecting the rich heritage of Islamic traditions. Names like Idris, meaning “intelligent,” or Ibrahim, symbolizing “father of nations,” embody qualities parents may wish for their child. Others like Ismail, representing “resolute,” or Imran, signifying “prosperous,” evoke strength and success. Ilyas, meaning “unique,” and Irfan, denoting “knowledgeable,” highlight individuality and wisdom.

MUSLIM BABY BOY NAMES STARTING WITH I

Name	Meaning	Origin	Arabic
Idris	Intelligent	Arabic	إدريس
Ibrahim	Father of nations	Arabic	إبراهيم
Isa	“God saves”	Arabic	عيسى
Ishaq	“He will laugh”	Arabic	إسحاق
Ilyas	Strength, righteousness	Arabic	إلياس
Imran	Prosperous, exalted nation, or happiness	Arabic	عمران
Irfan	Knowledge	Persian	عرفان
Ihsan	Excellence	Arabic	إحسان
Ismail	“God will hear”	Arabic	إسماعيل
Irtaza	Satisfied	Arabic	ارتضاء
Iftikhar	Honor	Arabic	افتخار
Inayat	Kindness	Arabic	إنعايت
Imtiaz	Distinction	Arabic	امتياز
Izzat	Honor	Arabic	عزت
Ilham	Inspiration	Arabic	إلهام
Iqbal	Prosperity	Arabic	اقبال
Iftikhar	Pride	Arabic	إفتخار
Irshad	Guidance	Arabic	إرشاد
Israr	Secret	Arabic	إسرار
Imad	Support	Arabic	عماد
Ifran	Knowledgeable	Arabic	عفران
Izz	Praise	Arabic	إذ
Izzuddin	Glory of the Faith	Arabic	عز الدين
Ibaad	Worshipers	Arabic	عباد
Isam	Protection	Arabic	إسام
Iftikhar	Honor	Arabic	إفتخار
Iqraam	Generosity	Arabic	إقرام
Isar	Sacrifice	Arabic	إيثار
Ishrat	Happiness	Arabic	إشراط
Ishtiyaq	Longing	Arabic	إشتياق
Irfan	Knowledge	Arabic	عرفان
Iqraam	Respect	Arabic	إقرام
Iqtedar	Power	Arabic	اقتدار
Iyad	Support	Arabic	إياد
Iftikhar	Pride	Arabic	إفتخار
Idrak	Perception	Arabic	إدراك
Imran	Prosperity	Arabic	عمران
Isfandiar	Bright	Persian	اسفندیار
Iskandar	Defender of Mankind	Persian	إسكندر
Ismaeel	Hearing, God’s Servant	Arabic	إسماعيل
Ishfaq	Affection	Arabic	إشفاق
Iqbal	Fortune	Arabic	اقبال
Ismat	Purity	Arabic	عصمت
Irfaan	Knowledge	Arabic	عرفان
Ihsaan	Charity	Arabic	إحسان
Inaam	Reward	Arabic	إنعام
Intizar	Wait	Arabic	انتظار
Ijaz	Miracle	Arabic	إعجاز
Iqraar	Acceptance	Arabic	اقرار
Imaan	Faith	Arabic	إيمان
Izhaan	Submission or obedience (in Allah)	Arabic	إظهان.

MODERN NAMES

Name	Meaning	Origin	Arabic
Idris	Intelligent	Arabic	إدريس
Ilyas	Unique	Arabic	إلياس
Ihsan	Goodness	Arabic	إحسان
Ibrahim	Leader	Arabic	إبراهيم
Ismail	Resolute	Arabic	إسماعيل
Imran	Prosperous	Arabic	عمران
Idris	Diligent	Arabic	إدريس
Ishaq	Joyful	Arabic	إسحاق
Ismail	Trustworthy	Arabic	إسماعيل
Irtaza	Satisfied	Arabic	ارتضاء

MORE COMMON NAMES

Name	Meaning	Origin	Arabic
Idris	Studious	Arabic	إدريس
Ibrahim	Father of Nations	Arabic	إبراهيم
Ismail	God will hear	Arabic	إسماعيل
Isa	God saves	Arabic	عيسى
Ilyas	Strength, righteousness	Arabic	إلياس
Imran	Prosperous	Arabic	عمران
Irfan	Knowledgeable	Persian	عرفان
Ihsan	Benevolence	Arabic	إحسان
Iqbal	Prosperity	Arabic	اقبال
Israr	Secret	Arabic	إسرار

LESS COMMON NAMES

Name	Meaning	Origin	Arabic
Iftikhar	Pride	Arabic	إفتخار
Irtaza	Contentment	Arabic	ارتضاء
Isam	Safeguard	Arabic	إسام
Israr	Determination	Arabic	إسرار
Ilham	Divine Inspiration	Arabic	إلهام
Izzat	Honor	Arabic	عزت
Inayat	Kindness	Arabic	إنعايت
Iqraam	Generosity	Arabic	إقرام
Irshad	Guidance	Arabic	إرشاد
Ishrat	Delight	Arabic	إشراط

MORE COMMON IN INDIA

Name	Meaning	Origin	Arabic
Iftikhar	Pride	Arabic	إفتخار
Irtaza	Contentment	Arabic	ارتضاء
Isam	Safeguard	Arabic	إسام
Israr	Determination	Arabic	إسرار
Ilham	Divine Inspiration	Arabic	إلهام
Izzat	Honor	Arabic	عزت
Inayat	Kindness	Arabic	إنعايت
Iqraam	Generosity	Arabic	إقرام
Irshad	Guidance	Arabic	إرشاد
Ishrat	Delight	Arabic	إشراط

Each name has its own charm, whether it’s the simplicity of Isa, meaning “God saves” or the dignity of Ihsan, representing “benevolence.” Choosing from these names can be a blend of personal preference, cultural influence, and the desire to bestow positive attributes upon the child. Ultimately, whether parents opt for a common name like Ismail or a less conventional one like Irtaza, the process reflects their hopes and aspirations for their son, making it a significant part of welcoming him into the world.

Note: Some names listed on the muslimbabynames.in might appear more than once due to variations in spelling or popularity. Visitors are encouraged to conduct their own research to explore the specific meanings and origins of each name, as interpretations can vary based on cultural and linguistic nuances. This ensures a comprehensive understanding tailored to individual preferences and cultural backgrounds.