Isadora

Meaning gift of Isis
Origin Egyptian, Greek
Gender Girl
Popularity Moderate
Length 7
Syllables 4
Syllabification Is-a-do-ra

About Isadora

Few names evoke artistic sensibility quite like Isadora, instantly conjuring images of creativity, independence, and unconventional thinking. This name belonged to pioneering dancer Isadora Duncan, whose legacy of breaking boundaries and reimagining possibilities continues resonating today. Choosing Isadora suggests parents who value cultural literacy and aren't afraid of substantial, meaningful names. The name carries weight and presence without pretension, commanding attention through inherent beauty rather than novelty. Its vintage revival status places it among discerning choices for families appreciating historical depth. Isadora offers nickname versatility—Izzy, Dora, Isa—while maintaining regal completeness in full form. The name suits contemplative personalities and spirited adventurers equally well, never boxing its bearer into limiting expectations. Its distinctive quality ensures memorability while remaining pronounceable and spellable, striking that difficult balance between unique and accessible.

Variations of Name Isadora

Isidora
Isidore
Isidra
Isidoreta

Nicknames for Isadora

Isa
Izzy
Dora
Issie
Adora
Isadora

Famous People Named Isadora

Isadora DuncanAmerican dancer and choreographer
Isadora WilliamsBrazilian figure skater
Isadora RibeiroBrazilian actress and dancer
Isadora ZubillagaVenezuelan conductor
Isadora GoreshterAmerican actress known for her role in "Shameless"
Isadora EdisonAmerican environmental activist and granddaughter of Thomas Edison
Isadora BeckerBrazilian chef and YouTuber
Isadora QuagmireFictional character from the "A Series of Unfortunate Events" book series
Isadora ParringtonAmerican writer and journalist
Isadora KosofskyAmerican photographer and author
Isadora PuderbaughAmerican painter and visual artist
Isadora JovicSerbian basketball player
Isadora DahlenNorwegian author and literary critic
Isadora GruyeAmerican psychologist and author
Isadora CerulloBrazilian rugby player
Isadora GuggenheimAmerican naturopathic physician
Isadora TattlinAmerican author and journalist
Isadora SimõesBrazilian swimmer
Isadora VittiBrazilian actress and producer

Characters Named Isadora

Isadora FinchFrom the novel "Isadora Finch" by Pamela Norris
Isadora MoonFrom the children's book series "Isadora Moon" by Harriet Muncaster
Isadora QuagmireFrom the book series "A Series of Unfortunate Events" by Lemony Snicket
Isadora SmackleFrom the TV show "Girl Meets World"
Isadora DuncanInspired character in the novel "Isadora" by Amelia Gray
Isadora CortezFrom the novel "The Midnight Ballerina" by Lorena Dove
Isadora IvoryFrom the book "The Peculiar Night of the Blue Heart" by Lauren DeStefano
Isadora BennettFrom the book "The Time of the Ghost" by Diana Wynne Jones
Isadora JantoFrom the novel "Isadora's Secret" by Helena Moran-Hayes
Isadora LoughlinFrom the book "The Beloved Wild" by Melissa Ostrom
Isadora KaneFrom the novel "Black Rabbit Hall" by Eve Chase
Isadora HartmanFrom the novel "The Awakening of Isadora" by Anna McAllister
Isadora NashFrom the book "The Dark Days Pact" by Alison Goodman
Isadora GravesFrom the novel "Isadora Graves - A Heart in Conflict" by J.J. Fletcher
Isadora RiversFrom the book "The Restless Girls" by Jessie Burton
Isadora FoxFrom the novel "Sincerely, Isadora" by Amelia James
Isadora PatelFrom the book "Bollywood Invasion" by Ricardo Alexanders
Isadora HolmesFrom the novel "Isadora's Children" by M.C. Dalton
Isadora ClayborneFrom the book "The House of Closed Doors" by Jane Steen
Isadora BlytheFrom the novel "The Victorian and the Romantic" by Nell Stevens

Other Popular Names Beginning with I

Izabelle
India
Isa
Imani
Irma
Icelynn
Inez
Issa
Ida
Inaaya