Isadora
Isadora is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Gift of Isis.
Origin and history
Isadora is a name of Ancient Greek origin meaning 'gift of Isis'. Historically associated with famous figures like dancer Isadora Duncan, it offers a vintage, classic aesthetic. Though historically rare in the U.S., it has seen a steady rise in usage in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
4,668 babies in the United States have been named Isadora since 1880. It ranks #2559 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1225.
States where it is most popular
- CA (20.5 %)
- NY (14.6 %)
- MA (11.1 %)
- FL (10.5 %)
- TX (9.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 39 |
| 1890-1900 | 69 |
| 1900-1910 | 93 |
| 1910-1920 | 191 |
| 1920-1930 | 210 |
| 1930-1940 | 120 |
| 1940-1950 | 85 |
| 1950-1960 | 49 |
| 1960-1970 | 7 |
| 1970-1980 | 113 |
| 1980-1990 | 119 |
| 1990-2000 | 226 |
| 2000-2010 | 872 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,500 |
| 2020-2029 | 975 |
Famous people named Isadora
- Isadora Duncan: Dancer, Choreographer
Nicknames
Izzy, Dora, Isa, Dorie
Fun facts
- American dancer Isadora Duncan is widely considered a pioneer of modern contemporary dance.
- The name combines the Egyptian deity name Isis with the Greek word 'dron', meaning gift.