Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ysabella is a name of Spanish origin, meaning 'God is my oath.' It originated from the Hebrew name Elisheva and evolved through various forms in different languages. The name is often associated with royal lineage and has a modern perception of elegance. There is no biblical relevance for this name, and it gained popularity during the medieval period.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ɪzəˈbɛlə/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
Ysabella is derived from the name Isabella, which itself comes from the Hebrew name Elisheva, meaning 'God is my oath.' The name evolved through Spanish and Italian forms.
Meaning
God is my oath
Language Evolution
Elisheva (Hebrew), Isabel (Old Spanish), Isabella (Italian/Spanish), Ysabella (modern variant)
Historical Usage
Ysabella gained popularity in the late medieval period, particularly in Spain, where variations of the name were embraced by nobility and royalty.
Variants & Derivatives
Isabella, Isabel, Bella, Ysa
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Ysabella is perceived as a unique and elegant name, often associated with grace and nobility.
Famous People
Ysabella de Borbón, Ysabella M. de la Torre
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 110 peak births in 2007
Geographic Spread
Popular across 10 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 11664th of 27321 | 72 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2399th of 35406 | 1,166 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2813th of 30306 | 731 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
67.37% 4256th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
69.03% 3163rd/4582 |
64.41% 3326th/5164 |
30.12% 2203rd/7313 |
19.94% 1488th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
68.82% 3088th/4487 |
33.26% 2269th/6822 |
33.72% 2116th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in California across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11664th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2399th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2813th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.