Declining since 2019, #8,362 for girls today.
Popularity of Isella since 1983
Babies named Isella per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 83 |
| 2010s | 131 |
| 2020s | 62 |
Meaning & origin
Isella is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1983. It reached its peak in 2019, but has since been falling in popularity. By 2025, the name ranked 8,362, given to only about 1 in every 133,939 newborns. The name's origins are unclear, but it likely developed as a feminine elaboration of Israel or as a respelling of Izella. Isella remains an uncommon choice, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive yet intuitive name.
Isella likely emerged in the late 20th century as a creative variation of names like Isela or Izella. It may also be influenced by the Italian surname Isella or a feminine form of Israel. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1983 and has seen sporadic use, with a peak in 2019.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Elle, Ella, Isa
Sibling names for Isella
Names that share Isella's style, for a brother or sister.
