What is the origin of the name Isadora?

Isadora is a name of Greek origin.

How popular is the name Isadora?

Isadora is currently ranked #1223 in the United States and is stable in popularity.

How do you pronounce Isadora?

Isadora is pronounced iz-ə-DOR-ə.

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Isadora

iz-ə-DOR-ə

Popularity

#1223

stable

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Greek

Total Births

4,490

Peak Year

#192 in 2024

First Recorded

1880

Style

Vintage, Sophisticated & Formal

Spelling

Tricky to spell

What It Means

The feminine form of Isidore, derived from the Greek name Isidoros, meaning 'gift of Isis'. Isis was an Egyptian goddess.

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Isa Dora

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Numerology

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Famous Namesakes

Isadora Duncan
American pioneer of modern dance

Nicknames

Isa Dora

Spelling Variations

Isidora

Similar Names

Eleanor Theodora Aurora Penelope

Personality Traits

CreativeIndependentElegantIntelligent

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