Isidora

“gift of Isis”

Greece origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#4791US 2023

28Births / yr

↑Rising

514All-time births

📅 Since 190600

How to pronounce Isidora

iz·EYE·DEE·AW·ruh

/ɪz.ˈaɪ.ˈdiː.ˈɔ.rə/ · stress on EYE · 4 syllables

“gift of Isis”

Greece origin · Girl name

What does Isidora mean and where does it come from?

Isidora is derived from the Greek name 'Isidoros', which means 'gift of Isis', as Isis was a major goddess in ancient Egyptian religion. The name gained popularity in various cultures, especially in Spanish-speaking countries. It has been used since the Middle Ages and has variations like Isidore an

Cultural significance

Isidora has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of gift of isis.

Peak popularity

Reached #2188 in 1906 — currently #4791 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Isidora?

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

Isidora Grace

How popular is Isidora right now?

Rising fast — up 430 spots — currently #4791 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#4791 · Top 3.5%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#4791	28	▲ up 430 · +12% births
2022	#5221	25	▲ up 607 · +19% births
2021	#5828	21	▲ up 1365 · +40% births
2020	#7193	15	▼ down 948 · -25% births
2015	#6245	20	▲ up 5040 · +122% births
2010	#11285	9	▼ down 1799 · -18% births
2005	#9486	11	▲ up 2392 · +83% births
1995	#11878	6	▼ down 8607 · -25% births
1935	#3271	8	▲ up 542 · +14% births
1930	#3813	7	▲ up 761 · +17% births
1925	#4574	6	▲ up 599 · +20% births
1920	#5173	5	▼ down 1889 · -37% births
1915	#3284	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Isidora

Best Year1935Rank #3271

Peak Count28

Average Rank#6311

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 202313 years

The story of Isidora

Isidora entered American naming records in 1906 and has been in use for over 118 years. With 514 total births recorded, Isidora remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #3284 in 1915, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #4791 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Isidora in 1906:

Mary Helen Margaret Anna Ruth

Isidora by decade

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

Decade	Births
1900s	5
1910s	34
1920s	68
1930s	47
1940s	7
1960s	5
1990s	43
2000s	118
2010s ★	172
2020s	15

💎Isidora has only 514 total recorded births since 1906 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Isidora?

ENGLISH

DoraDoreanDoreenDorettaDorindaDorineDorita

HUNGARIAN

DóraDorina

SPANISH

DoraDorita

ANCIENT GREEK

Isidoros

What names sound and feel like Isidora?

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

Isadora

Greek · Gift of Isis

Izidora

Slavic countries · Greek

Russia · A variant of

Isioma

Nigeria · good luck or

Tiodora

Greece · Gift of God

Izadora

Greek · Gift of Isis,

How is Isidora written in other languages?

Russian), Ισιδωρα

Ancient Greek

Common questions about the name Isidora

What does the name Isidora mean?

Isidora means "gift of Isis" — a name rooted in Greece 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 Isidora?

Isidora is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Isidora have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Isidora?

Isidora originates from Greece tradition. Greece 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 Isidora?

Isidora is a four-syllable name pronounced IH0 Z AY1 D IY1 AO1 R AH0. 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 Isidora?

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