gender neutral
Isabel
pledged to God, devoted to God
About Isabel
Few names embody timeless elegance quite like Isabel. This classic choice has graced generations of remarkable women throughout history, yet it never feels dated or overworn. Isabel possesses a refined quality that suggests intelligence, grace, and quiet strength. The name's literary and historical associations lend it depth and substance, connecting your daughter to a legacy of notable figures. Its pronunciation remains consistent across languages and cultures, making it an excellent choice for families with international ties. Isabel offers versatility through various nickname options while standing beautifully on its own. The balanced structure of three syllables creates natural rhythm and flow, and the soft 's' sound in the middle adds gentleness to the name's overall impression. Isabel projects sophistication without pretension, making it suitable for both a curious toddler and a future professional. This name ages gracefully, remaining appropriate and attractive throughout every life stage.
Popularity of the Name Isabel
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #161 | ||||
| 1881 | #174 | ||||
| 1882 | #194 | ||||
| 1883 | #182 | ||||
| 1884 | #176 | ||||
| 1885 | #185 | ||||
| 1886 | #177 | ||||
| 1887 | #192 | ||||
| 1888 | #187 | ||||
| 1889 | #186 | ||||
| 1890 | #186 | ||||
| 1891 | #189 | ||||
| 1892 | #200 | ||||
| 1893 | #186 | ||||
| 1894 | #168 | ||||
| 1895 | #184 | ||||
| 1896 | #179 | ||||
| 1897 | #188 | ||||
| 1898 | #184 | ||||
| 1899 | #177 | ||||
| 1900 | #185 | #85 | |||
| 1901 | #195 | #59 | |||
| 1902 | #179 | #71 | |||
| 1903 | #180 | #83 | |||
| 1904 | #180 | #71 | |||
| 1905 | #176 | #62 | |||
| 1906 | #169 | #72 | |||
| 1907 | #170 | #68 | |||
| 1908 | #169 | #63 | |||
| 1909 | #169 | #61 | |||
| 1910 | #176 | #69 | |||
| 1911 | #168 | #63 | |||
| 1912 | #175 | #70 | |||
| 1913 | #177 | #65 | |||
| 1914 | #179 | #87 | |||
| 1915 | #177 | #86 | |||
| 1916 | #183 | #75 | |||
| 1917 | #198 | #62 | |||
| 1918 | #190 | #69 | |||
| 1919 | #196 | #76 | |||
| 1920 | #199 | #79 | |||
| 1921 | #207 | #67 | |||
| 1922 | #218 | #69 | |||
| 1923 | #221 | #81 | |||
| 1924 | #215 | #75 | |||
| 1925 | #212 | #102 | |||
| 1926 | #238 | #88 | |||
| 1927 | #239 | #80 | |||
| 1928 | #248 | #78 | |||
| 1929 | #235 | #121 | |||
| 1930 | #257 | #153 | |||
| 1931 | #258 | #98 | |||
| 1932 | #272 | #79 | |||
| 1933 | #284 | #94 | |||
| 1934 | #300 | #114 | |||
| 1935 | #292 | #86 | |||
| 1936 | #312 | #155 | |||
| 1937 | #310 | #110 | |||
| 1938 | #343 | #121 | |||
| 1939 | #345 | #114 | |||
| 1940 | #360 | #137 | |||
| 1941 | #367 | #124 | |||
| 1942 | #391 | #125 | |||
| 1943 | #387 | #112 | |||
| 1944 | #408 | ||||
| 1945 | #430 | #171 | |||
| 1946 | #410 | #211 | |||
| 1947 | #415 | #163 | |||
| 1948 | #409 | #225 | |||
| 1949 | #401 | #177 | |||
| 1950 | #420 | #216 | |||
| 1951 | #437 | #206 | |||
| 1952 | #410 | #227 | |||
| 1953 | #389 | #247 | |||
| 1954 | #460 | #212 | |||
| 1955 | #416 | #220 | |||
| 1956 | #455 | #243 | |||
| 1957 | #449 | ||||
| 1958 | #507 | ||||
| 1959 | #492 | #327 | |||
| 1960 | #492 | #295 | |||
| 1961 | #511 | #315 | |||
| 1962 | #490 | ||||
| 1963 | #499 | ||||
| 1964 | #493 | ||||
| 1965 | #527 | #310 | |||
| 1966 | #497 | #410 | |||
| 1967 | #505 | #333 | |||
| 1968 | #497 | #435 | |||
| 1969 | #496 | ||||
| 1970 | #483 | #378 | |||
| 1971 | #464 | #314 | |||
| 1972 | #498 | #402 | |||
| 1973 | #494 | #258 | |||
| 1974 | #473 | #523 | |||
| 1975 | #462 | #360 | |||
| 1976 | #464 | #545 | |||
| 1977 | #486 | #338 | |||
| 1978 | #511 | #488 | |||
| 1979 | #481 | #492 | |||
| 1980 | #435 | #418 | |||
| 1981 | #459 | ||||
| 1982 | #442 | #442 | |||
| 1983 | #469 | #382 | |||
| 1984 | #483 | #399 | |||
| 1985 | #428 | ||||
| 1986 | #447 | ||||
| 1987 | #445 | #527 | |||
| 1988 | #419 | #527 | |||
| 1989 | #404 | #468 | |||
| 1990 | #339 | #476 | |||
| 1991 | #330 | #400 | #326 | #508 | |
| 1992 | #267 | #274 | #478 | ||
| 1993 | #257 | #366 | #430 | ||
| 1994 | #244 | #304 | #591 | ||
| 1995 | #217 | #314 | #384 | ||
| 1996 | #197 | #281 | #354 | ||
| 1997 | #141 | #122 | #407 | #238 | #296 |
| 1998 | #118 | #108 | #186 | #149 | #260 |
| 1999 | #97 | #84 | #214 | #160 | #245 |
| 2000 | #94 | #79 | #224 | #126 | #209 |
| 2001 | #88 | #78 | #129 | #130 | #210 |
| 2002 | #85 | #66 | #118 | #95 | #208 |
| 2003 | #83 | #52 | #136 | #114 | #152 |
| 2004 | #88 | #54 | #101 | #67 | #167 |
| 2005 | #89 | #52 | #134 | #75 | #143 |
| 2006 | #87 | #48 | #91 | #68 | #144 |
| 2007 | #87 | #54 | #92 | #66 | #114 |
| 2008 | #97 | #59 | #113 | #59 | #125 |
| 2009 | #109 | #57 | #64 | #66 | #148 |
| 2010 | #116 | #63 | #70 | #64 | #159 |
| 2011 | #128 | #78 | #74 | #71 | #163 |
| 2012 | #135 | #85 | #91 | #82 | #203 |
| 2013 | #136 | #96 | #84 | #75 | #168 |
| 2014 | #144 | #103 | #86 | #87 | #177 |
| 2015 | #149 | #117 | #101 | #105 | #174 |
| 2016 | #145 | #125 | #82 | #95 | #171 |
| 2017 | #145 | #129 | #106 | #113 | #165 |
| 2018 | #139 | #152 | #119 | #102 | #187 |
| 2019 | #134 | #152 | #109 | #91 | #150 |
| 2020 | #157 | #154 | #90 | #136 | #161 |
| 2021 | #146 | #151 | #117 | #114 | #163 |
| 2022 | #156 | #160 | #104 | #106 | #179 |
| 2023 | #164 | #166 | #108 | #98 | #197 |
| 2024 | #167 | #182 | #145 | #94 | #241 |
| 2025 | #177 | #190 | #122 | #127 | #191 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Isabel
Names Similar to Isabel
Nicknames for Isabel
- Izzy
- Bella
- Belle
- Isa
- Bel
Famous People Named Isabel
| Isabel Allende | Chilean writer |
| Isabel II of Spain | Spanish queen |
| Isabel Lucas | Australian actress |
| Isabel Sanford | American actress |
| Isabel Preysler | Filipino-Spanish socialite |
| Isabel Toledo | American fashion designer |
| Isabel Pantoja | Spanish singer |
| Isabel Granada | Filipino actress |
| Isabel Dos Santos | Angolan businesswoman |
| Isabel Sartorius | Spanish journalist |
| Isabel Hodgins | British actress |
| Isabel Perón | Former President of Argentina |
| Isabel Löfgren | Swedish artist |
| Isabel Pfefferkorn | Liechtensteiner politician |
| Isabel Gómez-Bassols | Cuban-American radio host |
| Isabel Guarch | Spanish jewelry designer |
| Isabel De Los Rios | American nutritionist |
| Isabel da Costa | Portuguese artist |
| Isabel Acevedo | Filipino dancer and actress |
| Isabel Figueira | Portuguese model and television presenter |
Characters Named Isabel
| Isabel Archer | The Portrait of a Lady by Henry James |
| Isabel "Izzy" Lightwood | The Mortal Instruments series by Cassandra Clare |
| Isabel Maru | Wonder Woman comics and film |
| Isabel Crawley | Downton Abbey TV series |
| Isabel "Bella" Swan | Twilight series by Stephenie Meyer |
| Isabel Walker | Le Divorce film |
| Isabel Bigelow | Bewitched film |
| Isabel Rochev | Arrow TV series |
| Isabel "Izzie" Stevens | Grey's Anatomy TV series |
| Isabel Fish | Edward Scissorhands film |
| Isabel "Bel" Rowley | One Day by David Nicholls |
| Isabel Neville | The White Queen TV series |
| Isabel "Izzy" Silva | Shadowhunters TV series |
| Isabel "Izzie" Redpath | The Cuckoo's Calling by Robert Galbraith |
| Isabel "Belly" Conklin | The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han |
| Isabel "Izzy" Huerta | Little Fires Everywhere TV series |
| Isabel "Izzy" Fuentes | Step Up film |
| Isabel "Izzy" Jennings | Chasing Mavericks film |
| Isabel "Izzy" Baxter | Good Luck Charlie TV series |
| Isabel "Izzie" McCall | Private Practice TV series |