Isela Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationee-SEH-lah / iˈsɛləSpanish; Hebrew
Meaning
Spanish: derived from 'Isabel'; Hebrew: 'God is my oath'
Historical & Cultural Background
Isela is a name that has roots in both Spanish and Hebrew cultures. In Spanish-speaking countries, it is often seen as a diminutive or variant of Isabel, which has royal connotations. The Hebrew origin connects it to a significant biblical context, emphasizing faith and commitment. The name has gained popularity in various regions, particularly among Hispanic communities.
Trend Summary
Isela has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Isel
- Isabella
International Variants
- Isabel (Spanish)
- Isabelle (French)
- Isabella (Italian)
Famous people named Isela
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Fictional characters named Isela
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Isela was first seen in the United States in 1926. Isela has ranked as high as #1069 nationally, which occurred in 1998, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Arizona, Illinois, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Isela has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Isela (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 25 | |
| CA | 24 | |
| AZ | 16 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1941 | 8 |
| 1943 | 7 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1945 | 7 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1947 | 8 |
| 1948 | 12 |
| 1949 | 11 |
| 1950 | 15 |
| 1951 | 14 |
| 1952 | 10 |
| 1953 | 19 |
| 1954 | 13 |
| 1955 | 12 |
| 1956 | 18 |
| 1957 | 10 |
| 1958 | 19 |
| 1959 | 14 |
| 1960 | 17 |
| 1961 | 27 |
| 1962 | 20 |
| 1963 | 15 |
| 1964 | 22 |
| 1965 | 11 |
| 1966 | 19 |
| 1967 | 23 |
| 1968 | 29 |
| 1969 | 49 |
| 1970 | 32 |
| 1971 | 88 |
| 1972 | 89 |
| 1973 | 70 |
| 1974 | 98 |
| 1975 | 115 |
| 1976 | 110 |
| 1977 | 98 |
| 1978 | 107 |
| 1979 | 96 |
| 1980 | 89 |
| 1981 | 97 |
| 1982 | 81 |
| 1983 | 61 |
| 1984 | 51 |
| 1985 | 66 |
| 1986 | 70 |
| 1987 | 64 |
| 1988 | 42 |
| 1989 | 83 |
| 1990 | 77 |
| 1991 | 85 |
| 1992 | 99 |
| 1993 | 90 |
| 1994 | 120 |
| 1995 | 121 |
| 1996 | 109 |
| 1997 | 124 |
| 1998 | 196 |
| 1999 | 132 |
| 2000 | 150 |
| 2001 | 128 |
| 2002 | 99 |
| 2003 | 117 |
| 2004 | 118 |
| 2005 | 189 |
| 2006 | 146 |
| 2007 | 144 |
| 2008 | 126 |
| 2009 | 95 |
| 2010 | 91 |
| 2011 | 73 |
| 2012 | 75 |
| 2013 | 67 |
| 2014 | 62 |
| 2015 | 71 |
| 2016 | 85 |
| 2017 | 77 |
| 2018 | 90 |
| 2019 | 85 |
| 2020 | 103 |
| 2021 | 63 |
| 2022 | 113 |
| 2023 | 112 |
| 2024 | 108 |