Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Isabella.
National Rank (2025)
#7
All-Time Peak Rank
#1 (2009)
Total U.S. Births
417,001
Unisex Distribution0.1% Boy / 99.9% GirlBalance: Overwhelmingly Female
💡 The Isabella Vibe: This choice is considered a Modern Trend. A contemporary choice reflecting current cultural naming rhythms and popularity brackets.
📖 The Story Behind Isabella
According to SSA data, Isabella achieved its highest historical rank of #1 in 2009. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2010 with 22,936 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have decreased by 31.9%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 146 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Isabella scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Declining
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
-31.9% Decline
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record22,936Births in 2010
Years in Top 100
28yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
146Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:603
1890s:903
1900s:1,038
1910s:2,046
1920s:2,095
1930s:1,079
1940s:774
1950s:590
1960s:429
1970s:296
1980s:567
1990s:18,762
2000s:149,571
2010s:170,605
2020s:67,643
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesI-sa-be-lla
Letter Count8 Letters
Spelling ComplexityComplex
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 79.0% of SSA names. Starts with I, a letter used by only 1.7% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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