Declining since 2018, #8,860 for girls today.
Popularity of Izadora since 2000
Babies named Izadora per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 68 |
| 2010s | 132 |
| 2020s | 72 |
Meaning & origin
Izadora is a Portuguese-influenced variant of Isadora, first recorded in the U.S. in 2000. It reached its peak rank of #8860 in 2019, with 1 in 146,115 newborns receiving the name that year. However, its trajectory has been falling since 2018, indicating it is a rare but recognized choice. The name is strongly tied to the Isadora legacy, which carries artistic and literary associations through the dancer Isadora Duncan. Its exotic sound and spelling give it a distinctive appeal among parents seeking a name with historical depth and a modern flair.
Izadora is a variant of Isadora, which derives from the Greek Isidoros meaning 'gift of Isis' (from Isis, the Egyptian goddess, and doron, 'gift'). The name spread through early Christian saints, notably Saint Isidore of Seville. In Portuguese, Izadora emerged as a spelling variant and gained modern usage in Brazil and other Lusophone countries.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Izzy, Dora, Isa, Zara
Sibling names for Izadora
Names that share Izadora's style, for a brother or sister.
