Isabella

The name Isabella has several meanings and translations in different cultures. It originates from the Italian name Isabella, which in turn was a variant of the female name Isabel in Spain and Portugal.

The name Isabella has its etymology in the Greek word "Ελισάβετ" (Elisabet), which means "God is my oath" or "God is my manifestation." In Italian culture, Isabella is associated with femininity, beauty, and elegance. In Spain and Portugal, it is also a popular name, present in many historical figures.

In English, the name Isabella can be used as Izzy or Bella, and have more popular equivalent names, such as Elizabeth or Isabelle.

Notable historical and cultural figures associated with the name Isabella include Queen Isabella of Castile, the wife of Ferdinand II of Aragon, who played a key role in the unification of the kingdoms of Castile and Aragon, as well as in supporting Christopher Columbus's voyage.

Another well-known historical figure with the name Isabella is Isabella I, also known as Isabella of France, Queen of England from 1558 to 1603. She was instrumental in the creation of the English Church, the Reformation, and the establishment of the British imperial beginnings.