Isidora
Isidora is a Christian girl name of Greek, via Spanish origin, meaning “Gift of Isis”.
| Meaning | Gift of Isis |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Greek, via Spanish |
| Pronunciation | ee-see-DOH-rah |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Chile, Spain, Serbia |
Meaning and origin of Isidora
Isidora is the feminine of Isidore, from Greek Isidoros, 'gift of Isis', joining the name of the Egyptian goddess with doron, 'gift'. Despite its pagan origin it became a Christian name through saints such as Isidore of Seville, the great seventh-century scholar, and Isidore the Farmer, patron of Madrid. Saint Isidora of Egypt was a fourth-century nun. The name is especially popular in Chile.
Is Isidora a Christian name?
Isidora is a saint's name, linked to Saint Isidora the Simple and to the two Saints Isidore of Spain. It is used mainly in Catholic families.
How popular is Isidora?
Popular in Chile in recent years; uncommon elsewhere.
Gifts with the name Isidora
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Spellings and variants of Isidora
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Isidora mean?
Isidora means 'Gift of Isis'. It is of Greek, via Spanish origin.
Is Isidora a Christian name?
Isidora is a saint's name, linked to Saint Isidora the Simple and to the two Saints Isidore of Spain. It is used mainly in Catholic families.
How do you pronounce Isidora?
Isidora is pronounced ee-see-DOH-rah.
Is Isidora a boy or girl name?
Isidora is usually a girl name.