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Isella

Quick answerIsella is a feminine name of Italian origin, likely a diminutive of "Isa" (a short form of Isabella) or derived from the Germanic root *is* meaning "ice" or "iron," thus carrying connotations of strength or purity.

Italian · Girl · 3 syllables

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Popularity & facts

Relative popularity index, 2010–2025
GenderGirl
US Rank#8,560
TrendFalling ↓
Peak year2019
Syllables3
OriginItalian
LanguageItalian
CultureItalian
Letters6
Numerology22 Chaldean 7
Global rank#2,663

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Historical popularity from 1880–2025 · US Social Security Administration data

About the name Isella

Isella is a feminine name of Italian origin, likely a diminutive of "Isa" (a short form of Isabella) or derived from the Germanic root *is* meaning "ice" or "iron," thus carrying connotations of strength or purity.

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Etymology

Isella is a feminine name of Italian origin, likely a diminutive of "Isa" (a short form of Isabella) or derived from the Germanic root *is* meaning "ice" or "iron," thus carrying connotations of strength or purity. It is primarily used in Italian-speaking cultures, with no strong religious ties, and lacks notable historical prominence beyond occasional use as a surname or given name in northern Italy.

Isella currently ranks #8,560 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2019.

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