When researching your family history on Ancestry, you may come across various nicknames that your ancestors went by. For example, "Ike" is a common nickname for people named Isaac or Isaiah, while "Ivy" is a popular nickname for Ivana or Ivonne. Similarly, "Izzy" is a common nickname for Isabella, and "Ian" for John. By understanding these nicknames, you can gain more insight into your ancestors" lives and the people they were close to.
On this page, we will delve deeper into the "I" nicknames and how they relate to family history research with Ancestry. From "Izzy" to "Ike," we"ll explore the origins and meanings behind these commonly used nicknames. Join us on this journey to uncover more about your family history!
Female Names Starting with "I"
Irene - Rena
Isabel - Izzy
Isabel/Isabelle/Isabella - Bella, Bella, Issy, Nibby, Tibbie
Isabella - Bella, Izzy
Isadora - Issa, Dora
Male Names Starting with "I"
Ignatius - Iggy, Nate, Natius
Ira - Ike
Isaac - Ike, Zeke
Isidore - Izzy
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