Isabela Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationiz-uh-BEL-uh / ɪzəˈbɛləSpanish; Portuguese; Hebrew
Meaning
Spanish/Portuguese: pledged to God; Hebrew: God is my oath
Historical & Cultural Background
Isabela is a variant of Isabella, which has roots in both Spanish and Portuguese cultures. The name gained popularity due to historical figures such as Queen Isabella I of Castile, who played a significant role in the unification of Spain. It has also been associated with various saints and has been used in literature and art throughout history.
Trend Summary
Isabela has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Isabella
- Isabel
- Bella
International Variants
- Isabelle (French)
- Isabela (Portuguese)
- Isabel (Spanish)
- Isabella (Italian)
Famous people named Isabela
Isabela Moner is an American actress and singer known for her roles in films such as 'Dora and the Lost City of Gold'.
Isabela I of Castile was a queen of Spain who, along with her husband Ferdinand II, completed the Reconquista and sponsored Christopher Columbus's voyages.
Isabela Rossellini is an Italian-American actress, filmmaker, and model, recognized for her work in films like 'Blue Velvet'.
Isabela Merced is an American actress and singer, known for her performances in 'Transformers: Rise of the Beasts' and 'Instant Family'.
Fictional characters named Isabela
Isabela is a character in the video game 'Fire Emblem: Three Houses', known for her role as a skilled warrior.
Isabela is a character in the 'Dragon Age II' video game, recognized as a cunning and adventurous pirate.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Isabela was first seen in the United States in 1982. Isabela has ranked as high as #734 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Isabela has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Isabela (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 64 | |
| CA | 60 | |
| FL | 58 | |
| IL | 22 | |
| NY | 18 | |
| NJ | 18 | |
| GA | 17 | |
| AZ | 12 | |
| OH | 12 | |
| NC | 12 | |
| MA | 11 | |
| PA | 11 | |
| VA | 11 | |
| WA | 9 | |
| MD | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 19 |
| 1990 | 32 |
| 1991 | 28 |
| 1992 | 29 |
| 1993 | 46 |
| 1994 | 59 |
| 1995 | 75 |
| 1996 | 82 |
| 1997 | 115 |
| 1998 | 157 |
| 1999 | 223 |
| 2000 | 259 |
| 2001 | 322 |
| 2002 | 403 |
| 2003 | 610 |
| 2004 | 695 |
| 2005 | 539 |
| 2006 | 676 |
| 2007 | 634 |
| 2008 | 575 |
| 2009 | 623 |
| 2010 | 511 |
| 2011 | 426 |
| 2012 | 462 |
| 2013 | 427 |
| 2014 | 389 |
| 2015 | 370 |
| 2016 | 351 |
| 2017 | 336 |
| 2018 | 330 |
| 2019 | 357 |
| 2020 | 328 |
| 2021 | 329 |
| 2022 | 510 |
| 2023 | 446 |
| 2024 | 456 |