Isabella Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationiz-uh-BEL-uh / /ɪzəˈbɛlə/Italian; Spanish; Hebrew
Meaning
God is my oath (Hebrew); pledged to God (Italian/Spanish)
Historical & Cultural Background
Isabella is derived from the Hebrew name Elisheba, meaning 'God is my oath.' It gained popularity in Italy and Spain during the Middle Ages, often associated with royalty, such as Isabella of Castile. The name has been embraced in various cultures, reflecting a blend of religious and noble significance.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Isabel
- Bella
- Izzy
International Variants
- Isabelle (French)
- Isabella (Italian)
- Isabel (Spanish)
Famous people named Isabella
Isabella I of Castile — Queen of Spain.
Isabella Rossellini — Actress and model.
Fictional characters named Isabella
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Isabella was first seen in the United States in 1997. Isabella has ranked as high as #1293 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in Kentucky, Pennsylvania, New York, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Isabella has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Isabella (2011)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 8 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 18 |
| 2004 | 49 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 18 |
| 2007 | 21 |
| 2008 | 27 |
| 2009 | 27 |
| 2010 | 30 |
| 2011 | 26 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 18 |
| 2014 | 22 |
| 2015 | 21 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 7 |