Iñigo
/EEN-yee-go/
Iñigo is a Spanish (Basque) boy's name pronounced /EEN-yee-go/. An ancient and storied name that translates to my little one.
Meaning of Iñigo
An ancient and storied name that translates to my little one.
Iñigo is a Basque name derived from the medieval name Ennecus, which is linked to the word 'enni' meaning 'my little one' or 'dear little one.' It stems from ancient Aquitanian roots and was widely popularized across the Iberian Peninsula during the Middle Ages.
- Origin
- Spanish (Basque)
- Pronunciation
- /EEN-yee-go/
Cultural background
The name remains a classic choice in the Basque Country and throughout Spain, often associated with a sense of nobility and historical tradition.
Variations & nicknames
- Eneko
- Íñigo
- Innigo
- Enneco
Famous people named Iñigo
Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.
Ignatius of Loyola
Born Iñigo López de Loyola, the founder of the Jesuit order.
Religion · 1491–1556
Iñigo Montoya
A famous fictional swordsman in the novel and film 'The Princess Bride'.
Literature and Film · 1973–present
Iñigo Martínez
Professional footballer who plays for FC Barcelona and the Spain national team.
Sport · 2010s–present
Iñigo Urkullu
Basque politician who served as the Lehendakari (President) of the Basque Government.
Politics · 2012–2024
Iñigo Jones
The first significant English architect of the early modern period.
Architecture · 1573–1652
Frequently asked about Iñigo
- What does Iñigo mean?
- Iñigo is a name of Basque origin that translates to 'my little one' or 'dear little one'.
- How do you pronounce Iñigo?
- It is pronounced 'EE-nyee-go', with the 'ñ' sounding like the 'ny' in 'canyon'.
- Is Iñigo a boy or girl name?
- Iñigo is traditionally a masculine name used for boys.
- Is Iñigo the same as Ignatius?
- Yes, Iñigo is the original Basque form of the Latinized name Ignatius.
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