Isabell

“God is my oath”

France origin · Unisex name

♂ 0% boys♀ 100% girls

#1653US 2023

547Births / yr

→Stable

14.8kAll-time births

📅 Since 188000.04% of births at peak

How to pronounce Isabell

is·ah·BEL

/ˌɪs.ɑ.ˈbɛl/ · stress on BEL · 3 syllables

“God is my oath”

France origin · Unisex name

What does Isabell mean and where does it come from?

The name Isabell is derived from the Hebrew name Elizabeth (אֱלִישֶׁבַע), which means 'God is my oath.' This name was first used in the Middle Ages and has various regional forms, including Isabel and Isabella. Isabell has been popular in several countries, especially in France and Spain. Notable pe

Cultural significance

Isabell has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in France-speaking communities, where it reflects values of god is my oath.

Peak popularity

Reached #313 in 1903 — currently #1653 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Isabell?

Isabell works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Isabell Grace

How popular is Isabell right now?

Holding steady — currently #1653 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1880–2023#1653 · Top 1.2%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1653	547	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2022	#1658	527	▲ up 5 · +6% births
2021	#1663	497	▲ up 11 · +311% births
2020	#1674	121	▼ down 379 · -35% births
2015	#1295	185	▼ down 465 · -43% births
2010	#830	323	▲ up 65 · +15% births
2005	#895	281	▲ up 330 · +73% births
2000	#1225	162	▲ up 2133 · +391% births
1995	#3358	33	▲ up 2481 · +120% births
1990	#5839	15	▼ down 2107 · -32% births
1985	#3732	22	▼ down 11 · +5% births
1980	#3721	21	▲ up 424 · +40% births
1975	#4145	15	▼ down 707 · -17% births
1970	#3438	18	▼ down 496
1965	#2942	18	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Isabell

Best Year1905Rank #339

Peak Count547

Average Rank#1709

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1900 - 202328 years

The story of Isabell

Isabell has been a beloved American name for over 144 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1880. A total of 14,780 babies have received this name. Once ranked #343 in 1880, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #1653 in 2023. Isabell is used for both genders: 100% female and 0% male.

Names that peaked alongside Isabell in 1903:

Mary Helen Anna Margaret Ruth

Isabell by decade

Isabell peaked in the 1900s. See all 1900s names →

Decade	Births
1880s	345
1890s	604
1900s	896
1910s	2,087
1920s	2,293
1930s	1,134
1940s	677
1950s	537
1960s	274
1970s	180
1980s	182
1990s	597
2000s ★	2,883
2010s	1,970
2020s	121

What are good nicknames for Isabell?

CZECH

Eliška

DANISH

EliEliseEllaElseLillyLisLisaLisbetLiseLissi

DUTCH

BetjeEliseEllyElsElseElsjeIlseIsaLiesLieseLiesjeLisa

ENGLISH

BellaBelleBessBessieBethBetsyBetteBettieBettyBettyeBuffyElisaEliseElissaElizaEllaElleEllieEllyElsaElsieElyseIbbieIssyIzzyLeannaLeesaLianaLibbieLibbyLiddyLilianLilianaLilibetLilibethLilliaLillianLillianaLisaLiseLisetteLizLizaLizbethLizetteLizzieLizzyLysetteSabellaTetty

What names sound and feel like Isabell?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Isabell also consider these

Spanish · pledged to God

Isobell

Scotland · God is my

Isebell

Sweden · Devoted to God

Isabeth

France · God is my

Idabell

English · A beloved name

Izabell

Hebrew · God is my

How is Isabell written in other languages?

Common questions about the name Isabell

What does the name Isabell mean?

Isabell means "God is my oath" — a name rooted in France tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Isabell?

Isabell is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Isabell?

Isabell originates from France tradition. France names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Isabell?

Isabell is a three-syllable name pronounced IH2 S AA0 B EH1 L. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Isabell?

Isabell pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar France heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.