Isabelle
Isabelle is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Pledged to God or God is my oath.
Origin and history
Isabelle is a French form of Isabel, which ultimately derives from Elizabeth. It has a long history of usage in European royalty and has maintained strong popularity in the United States over recent decades. Today, it remains a classic, widely recognized choice for girls.
Popularity in the United States
107,762 babies in the United States have been named Isabelle since 1880. It ranks #357 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #140.
States where it is most popular
- CA (10.4 %)
- NY (8.1 %)
- TX (5.5 %)
- PA (5 %)
- IL (4.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 1,092 |
| 1890-1900 | 1,890 |
| 1900-1910 | 2,514 |
| 1910-1920 | 7,255 |
| 1920-1930 | 6,964 |
| 1930-1940 | 2,761 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,470 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,028 |
| 1960-1970 | 817 |
| 1970-1980 | 465 |
| 1980-1990 | 692 |
| 1990-2000 | 7,276 |
| 2000-2010 | 32,871 |
| 2010-2019 | 28,507 |
| 2020-2029 | 12,160 |
Famous people named Isabelle
- Isabelle Huppert: actress
- Isabelle Adjani: actress, singer
- Isabelle Fuhrman: actress
Nicknames
Izzy, Belle, Bella, Issy
Fun facts
- The name was borne by numerous European queens and princesses throughout France, Spain, and England.
- Isabelle appears frequently in classic literature and contemporary popular culture as an elegant heroine name.