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Izabela

Girl name · 14 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Izabela: 14 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 4 births in 2012.

Of Polish and Brazilian origin, Izabela is a striking variant of Isabel, which itself derives from the Hebrew Elisheva, meaning “God is my oath.” While Mary Queen of Scots’ mother was Mary of Guise, a more direct notable bearer is the Polish-born fashion legend Izabela, or “Mme,” Despina, though the most famed Izabela is likely the Hungarian princess Izabela of Aragon, later a 13th-century queen of Portugal celebrated for her piety. The name carries particular weight in Poland, where Queen Izabela Czartoryska founded Poland’s first museum, the Czartoryski Museum in Kraków. A softer, more elaborate cousin of Isabella, Izabela offers a continental flourish while remaining easy to pronounce across cultures—a lyrical choice that bridges tradition and international appeal.