Isabella
Isabella first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2010, when 22,936 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 10,666.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Isabella popular?
Declining Isabella is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2010 peak.
| 2020s | 67,643 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 170,605 | |
| 2000s | 149,571 | |
| 1990s | 18,762 | |
| 1980s | 567 | |
| 1970s | 296 | |
| 1960s | 429 | |
| 1950s | 590 | |
| 1940s | 774 | |
| 1930s | 1,079 | |
| 1920s | 2,095 | |
| 1910s | 2,046 | |
| 1900s | 1,038 | |
| 1890s | 903 | |
| 1880s | 603 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Isabella mean?
Isabella is a Latinate form of Elizabeth, from the Hebrew Elisheva, “God is my oath” — one pledged or devoted to God.
Nicknames for Isabella
- Bella
- Izzy
- Belle
Variants & spellings
- Isabel
- Isabelle
- Ysabel
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Isabella mean?
Isabella means Pledged to God. Isabella is a Latinate form of Elizabeth, from the Hebrew Elisheva, “God is my oath” — one pledged or devoted to God.
What is the origin of the name Isabella?
Isabella is of Hebrew origin.
How do you pronounce Isabella?
Isabella is pronounced “iz-uh-BEL-uh.”
Is Isabella a boy or a girl name?
Isabella is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Isabella a popular name right now?
Isabella is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2010 peak.
How popular is the name Isabella?
In 2025, Isabella ranked #7 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Isabella most popular?
Isabella was most popular in 2010, when about 22,936 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Isabella?
Common nicknames for Isabella include Bella, Izzy, Belle.
What names are similar to Isabella?
Names similar to Isabella include Sophia, Olivia, Gabriella, Aria.
What names go well with Isabella?
Hebrew names that pair well with Isabella include James, Michael, John, David, Mary.