Isabella
Hebrew girl's name meaning “pledged to God”
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Meaning
- pledged to God
- Syllables
- 4
- Letters
- 8
- US rank (2023)
- #7
- Born in 2023
- 10,853
Meaning & origin
Isabella is an Italian and Spanish form of Elizabeth, ultimately from the Hebrew Elisheva, meaning 'God is my oath' or 'pledged to God'.
Popularity
In the latest US data, Isabella ranked #7 for girls. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
In 2023, 10,853 US girls were given the name Isabella.
US popularity rank over time
Peaked at #2 in 2008
“Unranked” means Isabella was outside the US top 1,000 that year.
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Variants
Isabel, Isabelle, Bella
Nicknames
Bella, Izzy
Isabella: frequently asked questions
What does the name Isabella mean?
Isabella is a Hebrew name meaning "pledged to God". Isabella is an Italian and Spanish form of Elizabeth, ultimately from the Hebrew Elisheva, meaning 'God is my oath' or 'pledged to God'.
Where does the name Isabella come from?
Isabella is of Hebrew origin. Isabella is an Italian and Spanish form of Elizabeth, ultimately from the Hebrew Elisheva, meaning 'God is my oath' or 'pledged to God'.
Is Isabella a boy or a girl name?
Isabella is most commonly a girl's name.
How many babies are named Isabella?
In 2023, 10,853 US girls were given the name Isabella.
Is Isabella a popular name, and is it rising or falling?
In the latest US data, Isabella ranked #7 for girls. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
What are common nicknames for Isabella?
Common nicknames for Isabella include Bella, Izzy.