Isabela Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Isabela originates from the Hebrew name Elisheba, meaning 'God is my oath'. It evolved through Old Spanish and Italian forms, reflecting a rich linguistic history. The name is associated with traits of beauty and nobility, with no direct biblical relevance. Its popularity surged in the Middle Ages and continues to be well-received today.
The name Isabela is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Isabela has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Isabela' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3784th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 623rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 732nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Isabela' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Isabela"
Pronunciation
/ˌɪzəˈbɛlə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Isabela is derived from the Hebrew name Elisheba, which means 'God is my oath'. It is also linked to the Spanish and Portuguese form of Isabella.
Meaning
God is my oath
Language Evolution
Elisheba (Hebrew), Isabel (Old Spanish), Isabella (Italian and Spanish)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in Europe during the Middle Ages, particularly in Spain and Portugal, due to royal usage and its association with the Catholic Monarchs, Ferdinand and Isabella.
Variants & Derivatives
Isabel, Bella, Isa
Modern Popularity & Image
Isabela is currently perceived as a graceful and elegant name, often associated with beauty and nobility, and remains popular in various cultures around the world.
Famous People
Isabela I of Castile, Isabela Moner, Isabela Merced
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Isabela"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Isabela"
"Isabela" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3784th of 27321 | 410 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 623rd of 35406 | 7,230 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 732nd of 30306 | 4,629 |
Regional Popularity of "Isabela" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Isabela" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
88.39% 3257th/3685 |
80.78% 3615th/4475 |
48.27% 2507th/5194 |
38.93% 2459th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
15.60% 715th/4582 |
11.64% 601st/5164 |
8.89% 650th/7313 |
7.18% 536th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
23.54% 938th/3984 |
15.02% 674th/4487 |
10.85% 740th/6822 |
10.68% 670th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Isabela"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Isabela" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.