Iselis Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: ih-SEH-lis /ɪˈsɛlɪs/
Origin: Spanish; Basque
Meaning: Spanish: 'little Isabel'; Basque: 'God is my oath'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Iselis has roots that can be traced back to the Hebrew name Elisheba, which means "God is my oath." This name was adapted into Greek as Elisabet and later into Latin as Elisabetha. The name underwent various transformations as it spread through different cultures and languages, eventually leading to forms like Isabel and Isabella in the Romance languages.
The transition into English occurred primarily through the influence of the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, where the name became popularized in various forms, including Elizabeth, which is a more widely recognized derivative. Historically, the name Iselis is associated with significant figures, particularly in biblical contexts.
Elisheba, the original Hebrew form, is mentioned in the Book of Exodus as the wife of Aaron, the brother of Moses, thus linking the name to important religious narratives. The name gained further prominence through the figure of Saint Elizabeth, the mother of John the Baptist, who is venerated in Christian traditions.
The translation of the Bible into various languages, including the King James Bible in the early 17th century, helped solidify the name's presence in Christian contexts, often associated with themes of faith and devotion. Culturally, names derived from Elisheba have been imbued with a sense of nobility and grace, often associated with queens and prominent historical figures.
The name Elizabeth has been borne by numerous queens throughout history, including Queen Elizabeth I of England, who reigned during the late 16th century and is remembered for her significant contributions to the arts and exploration. While Iselis itself may not have the same level of historical documentation, its roots in the esteemed lineage of names derived from Elisheba suggest a connection to themes of loyalty and divine promise, which have resonated through centuries.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Iselis was first seen in the United States in 2016.
Iselis has ranked as high as #1408 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Iselis has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Iselis is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Iselis was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Iselis
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Iselis.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2016 | 15 |