Isabella
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Isabella is a girl name of Italian origin meaning "God is my oath, a pledge to God".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
Italian
Religion
Christian
Popularity
24 / 100
Syllables
4
Length
8 letters
Meaning
God is my oath, a pledge to God
Etymology
Derived from Hebrew Elisheva via Greek Elisabet and Latin Isabella, the Italian form of Elizabeth.
Famous People Named Isabella
- Isabella I of Castile — queen of the Crown of Castile, from 1474 to 1504; first queen of a dynastically-united Spain, from 1479 to 1504 (1451–1504)
- Isabella Rossellini — Italian-American actress (born 1952)
- Isabella Clara Eugenia of Spain — Infanta of Spain, Archduchess of Austria (1566-1633)
- Isabella Lövin — Swedish politician, writer and journalist
- Isabella Stewart Gardner — American art collector, philanthropist, patron of the arts (1840–1924)
Frequently Asked Questions About Isabella
What does the name Isabella mean?
Isabella means "God is my oath, a pledge to God", and is of Italian origin.
What is the origin of the name Isabella?
Isabella originates from Italian, commonly used in Southern Europe.
Is Isabella a boy or girl name?
Isabella is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Isabella associated with?
Isabella is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Isabella?
Yes — notable people named Isabella include Isabella I of Castile (queen of the Crown of Castile, 1451–1504), Isabella Rossellini (Italian-American actress, born 1952), Isabella Clara Eugenia of Spain (Infanta of Spain, 1566-1633), Isabella Lövin (Swedish politician) and Isabella Stewart Gardner (American art collector, 1840–1924).
Last updated: June 2026