Isabelle
Isabelle is a French variation of Isabel, derived from the Hebrew name Elisheba meaning 'God is my oath.' The name gained prominence through medieval European royalty and has maintained its romantic, sophisticated appeal across centuries.
Current Popularity
#170 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in most languages
- •Has multiple international variations offering flexibility
- •The 'Belle' ending means 'beautiful' in French, adding extra charm
- •Shorter than Isabella but equally elegant
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Famous People
Isabelle Adjani
French actress and five-time César Award winner
Isabelle Huppert
Acclaimed French actress
Isabelle Fuhrman
American actress known for 'Orphan'
Isabelle Eberhardt
Swiss explorer and writer
Statistics
105,918
Total births since 1880
2007
Peak year
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