N
NamyLab

Isobel

female
Updated 7 months ago

Meaning

"God Is My Oath"

A Scottish medieval form of Isabel, ultimately from Hebrew expressing devotion through an oath to God.

Themes:variantisabelscottishmedieval
BiblicalUniqueRare

Fact-checked by Lily Anderson

M.F.A. Creative Writing, Sarah LawrencePublished NovelistName Collection Curator • Creative Names Editor

This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Isobel

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#2351Ranked in 2024

Loading chart...

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

Pick any SSA release year to inspect that year's national ranking and how it changed from the year before.

Selected Year Rank
#2351

Isobel was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year
-297

lower than 2023

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Isobel Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Isobel.

8 ideas
isob
Nickname
obel
Nickname
is
Nickname
isoy
Nickname
obey
Nickname
izzy
Nickname
bel
Nickname
sobel
Nickname

Similar Names to Isobel

female

Anna

AN-uh

“Grace; Favor”

#94
|Hebrew
female

Angela

AN-juh-luh

“Messenger; Angel”

#282
|Greek
female

Ann

“Grace, Favor”

#1141
|Hebrew
female

Abigail

AB-ih-gayl

“My Father Is Joy”

#32
|Hebrew
female

Annie

“Grace, Favor”

#191
|Hebrew
female

Anne

“Grace; Favor”

#649
|Hebrew
female

Anita

“Grace Favor”

#1463
|Hebrew
female

Annette

“Grace”

#1304
|French
female

Alma

“Nourishing; Kind”

#472
|Latin
female

Agnes

“Pure”

#1063
|Greek

Baby Name Lists That Include Isobel

Browse every Namylab list page that currently includes Isobel, from meaning and origin collections to letter, syllable, and themed baby name lists.

15 linked lists

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Isobel mean?
Isobel means "God Is My Oath". A Scottish medieval form of Isabel, ultimately from Hebrew expressing devotion through an oath to God.
What is the origin of Isobel?
Isobel is of Scottish origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.
How popular is the name Isobel?
According to the latest SSA data, Isobel is currently ranked #2351 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.
Is Isobel a girl name?
Isobel is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.
What are good nicknames for Isobel?
Popular nicknames for Isobel include isob, obel, is, isoy, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.
What names are similar to Isobel?
There are many names similar to Isobel in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginScottish, Hebrew
Syllables3
Length6 letters
US Rank#2351
Trend↓ Falling
Starts withI

Sibling Ideas

Explore More Girl Names Like Isobel

Isobel has Scottish roots, making it a wonderful choice if you love names from this heritage. Discover more options in our Scottish baby names collection, where you'll find hundreds of names with similar cultural depth.

Isobel appears in several of our curated collections. Check out Names That Mean Love and Unique Baby Names for more names with a similar feel. You might also enjoy browsing Biblical Baby Names and Hebrew Baby Names.

Before you decide, try our Full Name Preview to see how Isobel pairs with your surname. The Sibling Name Matcher can help find names that complement Isobel beautifully, and the Nickname Predictor reveals the most common short forms.

Explore our full baby name lists for origin-based, meaning-based, and themed collections, or head back to the baby name generator to continue your search.