MallowbyNames

Isabele

IZ-uh-bel · God is my oath

Peak popularity
2003
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Isabele since 1919

Babies named Isabele per year in U.S. Social Security records.

51116192019602000Most births 2003Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1910s6
1920s0
1930s0
1940s0
1950s0
1960s0
1970s0
1980s0
1990s20
2000s112
2010s36
2020s7

Meaning & origin

Isabele is a feminine name of Hebrew origin via French, meaning 'God is my oath.' It is a less common variant of Isabelle, with the single-'l' spelling giving it a distinctly French flair. First recorded in the United States in 1919, Isabele saw its greatest popularity in 2003, when it reached its peak and briefly appeared in the national rankings. Since then, its usage has been stable but rare, with a 1-in-N incidence too low to calculate from available data. Unlike its more popular sister forms Isabelle and Isabella, Isabele retains an understated elegance that appeals to parents seeking a familiar-sounding yet uncommon choice. Its trajectory suggests consistent but niche use, never falling into obscurity.

Isabele is a variant of Isabelle, itself derived from the Hebrew name Elisheba (meaning 'God is my oath') through Greek and Latin forms. The French spelling with a single 'l' was common in medieval times and has seen periodic revival. It peaked in popularity in the United States in 2003.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Izzy, Belle, Isa, Bella

Variants: Isabelle, Isabel, Izabel, Isabella

Sibling names for Isabele

Names that share Isabele's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Isabele mean?
Isabele means 'God is my oath,' derived from the Hebrew name Elisheba.
Is Isabele currently popular?
Isabele does not rank among the top 1000 names in the United States for the latest available year (2025), though it peaked at rank near 1000 in 2003.
Is Isabele a boy or girl name?
Isabele is almost exclusively used for girls.