Isobelle
Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Isobelle: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2018.
The Scottish form of Isabelle, Isobelle ultimately derives from the Hebrew Elisheba, meaning "God is my oath." It arrived via French Isabelle, and the spelling Isobelle has been a graceful, less common variant in Scotland since the 1970s. Famous bearers include the Australian actress Isobelle Molloy, known for her stage and screen work, and the 20th-century Scottish designer Isobelle Ann Shearer. The name shares its ancient root with the English form Elizabeth, borne by Queen Elizabeth I and the present Queen, though no direct place connections exist. Notably, the simpler spelling Isobel was far more popular in Scotland throughout the 20th century, making Isobelle a distinctive and slightly more ornate choice that retains the same timeless, regal meaning.
Girl 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20183 babies
- Latest (2018)
- #8093 babies
- Total births
- 3since 2018
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y