Holding steady, #5,238 for girls today.
Popularity of Isidora since 1906
Babies named Isidora per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 5 |
| 1910s | 34 |
| 1920s | 68 |
| 1930s | 47 |
| 1940s | 7 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 43 |
| 2000s | 118 |
| 2010s | 172 |
| 2020s | 138 |
Meaning & origin
Isidora is a rare but enduring name with ancient roots, first recorded in the U.S. in 1906. After more than a century of quiet use, it reached its peak popularity in 2023. In 2025 it ranked 5,238, given to roughly 1 in every 66,969 girls. The name has shown remarkable stability, not experiencing wide swings in usage. While it did not appear among the top states in recent data, its consistent presence suggests a steady if niche appeal. Isidora's elegant sound and connection to the goddess Isis give it a classic yet distinctive feel.
Isidora is the feminine form of Isidore, derived from the Greek elements 'Isis' (the Egyptian goddess) and 'doron' (meaning 'gift'). The name thus signifies 'gift of Isis.' It has been used in various cultures influenced by Greek and Christian traditions, with saints bearing the masculine form Isidore.
“Isidora” around the world
Where Isidora lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Isa, Dora, Ida
Sibling names for Isidora
Names that share Isidora's style, for a brother or sister.
