Isadora
Isadora is a Christian girl name of Greek origin, meaning “Gift of Isis”.
| Meaning | Gift of Isis |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Greek |
| Written as | Ἰσιδώρα |
| Pronunciation | ee-zah-DOR-ah |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Brazil, Portugal, United States |
Meaning and origin of Isadora
Isadora is a variant of Isidora, the feminine of the Greek Isidoros, which joins the name of the Egyptian goddess Isis with doron, 'gift'. Despite its pagan roots it was kept by Christians through saints such as Isidore of Seville. The dancer Isadora Duncan, a pioneer of modern dance, made this spelling famous in the twentieth century.
Is Isadora a Christian name?
Isadora has a pre-Christian origin but became a Christian name through Saint Isidore and Saint Isidora; today it is used by both religious and secular families.
How popular is Isadora?
Popular in Brazil and increasingly heard in English-speaking countries.
Gifts with the name Isadora
- Isadora name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Isadora baby gifts (Amazon)
- Christian baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Isadora
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Isadora mean?
Isadora means 'Gift of Isis'. It is of Greek origin.
Is Isadora a Christian name?
Isadora has a pre-Christian origin but became a Christian name through Saint Isidore and Saint Isidora; today it is used by both religious and secular families.
How do you pronounce Isadora?
Isadora is pronounced ee-zah-DOR-ah.
Is Isadora a boy or girl name?
Isadora is usually a girl name.