Ihy (also spelled Ihi or Ahi) is an ancient Egyptian deity associated with music, dance, and joy. The name Ihy is often translated as "the festival" or "the one who belongs to the festival," reflecting his role in celebrations and festivities. In Hebrew, the name can be translated as איה (pronounced "ee-hee"). In ancient Egyptian art, Ihy is typically depicted as a youthful boy with a sidelock of hair, often holding a sistrum, a musical instrument associated with the goddess Hathor, with whom he is closely linked. Ihy is considered the son of Hathor and either Horus or Ra, embodying the joyous and celebratory aspects of these deities. His worship was particularly prominent during the Middle Kingdom and New Kingdom periods of ancient Egypt, and he was often invoked in rituals and ceremonies to bring happiness and harmony.
God in ancient Egyptian mythology
Ihy is a young god in Egypt usually portrayed with the sistrum. This is in allusion to his mother Hathor who was associated with the instrument. Ihy's symbols are the sistrum and a necklace. The name Ihy depicts the joy of playing the hand instrument by Hathor, or "calf." The Egyptians themselves associated the name with the noisemaker.