Declining since 2010, #3,517 for girls today.
Popularity of Issabella since 1994
Babies named Issabella per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 76 |
| 2000s | 554 |
| 2010s | 899 |
| 2020s | 281 |
Meaning & origin
Issabella entered U.S. records in 1994 and reached its peak popularity in 2010. Since then, its usage has been falling, but it remains a recognizable variant of the classic Isabella. In 2025, it ranked 3,517 nationally, with about 1 in 37,378 baby girls receiving the name. Texas was the top state for Issabella, reflecting broader regional patterns. Like many -bella names, it benefited from the Isabella craze of the 2000s, but its specific spelling keeps it less common than the standard form.
Issabella is a variant of Isabella, itself a Latinate form of Elizabeth. Elizabeth derives from the Hebrew name Elisheva, meaning "God is my oath." The name Isabella emerged in medieval Europe, popularized by royalty and saints. Issabella, with its double 's' and 'b', is a modern respelling that gained visibility in the United States in the late 20th century.
Where Issabella is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Issa, Bella, Isa, Belle
Sibling names for Issabella
Names that share Issabella's style, for a brother or sister.
