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Hebrew Names for Boys: I
Names beginning with I

by Lisa Katz
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Find Hebrew names for boys that begin with the letter I. The meanings of the names are included. See images of the name written in Hebrew letters.

1. Idan

Idan written in Hebrew
Idan (also spelled Edan) means "era, historic period."

2. Ilan

Ilan written in Hebrew
Ilan (also spelled Elan) means "tree."

3. Yitzhak (Isaac)

Isaac (Yitzhak) written in Hebrew
Yitzhak (Isaac) was Abraham's son in the Bible. Yitzak means "laughter."

4. Issachar

Issachar written in Hebrew
Issachar was Jacob's son in the Bible. Issachar means "there is a reward."

5. Itai

Itai written in Hebrew
Itai was one of David's warriors in the Bible. Itai means "friendly."

6. Itamar

Itamar written in Hebrew
Itamar was Aharon's son in the Bible. Itamar means "island of palm (trees)."
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