Isabela
Isabela is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Pledged to God or God is my oath.
Origin and history
Isabela is a Portuguese and Spanish variant of Isabella, ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Elisheba. The name gained widespread international recognition through royalty and media. In the United States, Isabela has seen steady popularity as a classical yet distinct spelling alternative.
Popularity in the United States
12,698 babies in the United States have been named Isabela since 1880. It ranks #1430 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #676.
States where it is most popular
- CA (20.6 %)
- TX (15 %)
- FL (10.7 %)
- NY (6.5 %)
- IL (5.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 59 |
| 1990-2000 | 846 |
| 2000-2010 | 5,336 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,961 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,496 |
Famous people named Isabela
- Isabela Merced: Actress, Singer
Nicknames
Isa, Bela, Izzy, Bella
Fun facts
- Isabela uses a single 'l', reflecting traditional Portuguese and Spanish orthography compared to the Italian Isabella.
- Isabela is also the name of the largest island in the Galápagos archipelago as well as a major province in the Philippines.