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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Gift of the goddess Isis
- Origin
- Greek (variant of Isidora)
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- iz-uh-DOR-uh
Isadora is a Greek name, a variant of Isidora, with a meaning of "gift of the goddess Isis." It's pronounced iz-uh-DOR-uh, and it has a romantic, storybook style — an ornate, old-world pick rather than a modern invention. If you're considering it, you're looking at a name with a specific mythological root behind it.
Meaning & Origin of Isadora
Meaning: Gift of the goddess Isis.
Origin: Greek (variant of Isidora).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Isadora
iz-uh-DOR-uhIPA /ɪzəˈdɔːrə/
Popularity of Isadora
Isadora hit its U.S. peak popularity at #654 back in 1882, when only 9 baby girls got the name — by 2024 it ranked lower at #1223, but 192 babies were named Isadora that year, meaning far more girls carry the name today than at its historic peak.
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FAQ
What does the name Isadora mean?
Gift of the goddess Isis. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Isadora?
Isadora is pronounced iz-uh-DOR-uh (IPA: /ɪzəˈdɔːrə/).
Is Isadora a popular name right now?
Isadora peaked at #654 in 1882 and is ranked #1223 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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