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Girl name

Isabella

Isabella is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “pledged to god.” It currently ranks #7 for US girls and is steady.

Meaning
Pledged to God.
Origin
Hebrew
US rank
#6
Syllables
4
Letters
8
Starts with
I

Isabella's popularity over time

→ Steady
#7 in 2023Peak rank #4US SSA · girls
#1#4#7201320182023

Source: US Social Security Administration national name data. Lower rank = more popular.

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Frequently asked about Isabella

What does the name Isabella mean?

Isabella means "Pledged to God." and is of Hebrew origin.

Is Isabella a boy or girl name?

Isabella is most commonly used as a girl name in the United States.

How popular is the name Isabella?

Isabella ranked #7 for US girls in 2023. Over the past decade its popularity has been steady (peak rank #4).

How many syllables are in Isabella?

Isabella has 4 syllables and 8 letters.

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