Isaura Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationee-SOW-rah / iˈsawɾaSpanish; Portuguese
Meaning
Spanish: 'light breeze'; Portuguese: 'pure'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Isaura has roots in both Spanish and Portuguese cultures. It is often associated with the Latin word 'aura', meaning breeze or air. In literature, Isaura is known from the Brazilian novel 'Senhora' by José de Alencar, where the character Isaura represents virtue and resilience. The name has been used in various cultures, reflecting a sense of grace and lightness.
Trend Summary
The name Isaura is not widely popular in the United States, with limited usage in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Isaurita
International Variants
- Isauria (Italian)
- Isaurie (French)
Famous people named Isaura
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Fictional characters named Isaura
Isaura (Senhora) is a character in the Brazilian novel 'Senhora' by José de Alencar, symbolizing virtue and resilience.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Isaura was first seen in the United States in 1916. Isaura has ranked as high as #1325 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Massachusetts. In the past 5 years the name Isaura has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Isaura (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1922 | 9 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1924 | 9 |
| 1925 | 9 |
| 1926 | 8 |
| 1927 | 7 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1930 | 7 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1940 | 8 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1949 | 10 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1970 | 11 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 12 |
| 1974 | 19 |
| 1975 | 22 |
| 1976 | 17 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1978 | 10 |
| 1979 | 18 |
| 1980 | 13 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1982 | 29 |
| 1983 | 44 |
| 1984 | 34 |
| 1985 | 29 |
| 1986 | 27 |
| 1987 | 30 |
| 1988 | 33 |
| 1989 | 35 |
| 1990 | 36 |
| 1991 | 40 |
| 1992 | 34 |
| 1993 | 32 |
| 1994 | 32 |
| 1995 | 41 |
| 1996 | 31 |
| 1997 | 28 |
| 1998 | 33 |
| 1999 | 23 |
| 2000 | 29 |
| 2001 | 33 |
| 2002 | 30 |
| 2003 | 33 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 22 |
| 2006 | 25 |
| 2007 | 63 |
| 2008 | 43 |
| 2009 | 38 |
| 2010 | 22 |
| 2011 | 21 |
| 2012 | 23 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 18 |
| 2015 | 16 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 23 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2020 | 15 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 11 |
| 2024 | 15 |