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Isabelle
Meaning: my God is an oath (from Elizabeth) · Origin: French · Gender: usually a girl's name
Origin & history
The French form of Isabel, itself a medieval form of Elizabeth.
Famous people named Isabelle
- Isabelle Huppert (actor)
- Isabelle Adjani (actor)
Nicknames
Izzy, Belle, Bella
Variants & related names
Isabella, Isabel, Izabelle
Isabelle name art
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FAQ
What does the name Isabelle mean?
Isabelle means “my God is an oath (from Elizabeth)”. It comes from French.
Is Isabelle a popular name?
Yes — Isabelle has been one of the most popular girls' names in the United States in the 2020s, according to US Social Security Administration baby-name data.
What are nicknames for Isabelle?
Izzy, Belle, Bella.
What are other forms of Isabelle?
Isabella, Isabel, Izabelle.
Similar names
Margot · Noelle · Rosalie · Amy · Brielle · Elaine
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Sources: standard name etymology references (e.g. Behind the Name, Oxford Dictionary of First Names); popularity from US SSA and UK ONS baby-name data. Meanings of old names are often debated — where scholars disagree we say so.