Isidore
French form of the name of early Spanish saints, from Ancient Greek Ἰσίδωρος (Isídōros), meaning "gift of (the goddess) Isis".
Every Isidore since 1881 — 3,421 of them. Popularity, births, and rankings for each year, from official Social Security records.
The story of Isidore
Isidore is rare for boys in the United States, ranked #3,607 in 2025 with 31 babies given the name. It is currently rising compared with a decade ago.
Since 1881, 3,421 American babies have been named Isidore. Its peak came in 1919, when 183 newborns received the name — the signature sound of the 1910s.
The chart above shows the full history: the popularity view (births per 1,000 babies) is the honest comparison across generations, since total US births have changed enormously since 1880. Switch to the rank view to see where Isidore stood among all boys' names in any year, or use the compare tool to plot it against other names.
Isidore year by year
Every year since 2001, and five-year steps back to 1880. Rank is within each sex.
| Year | Boys | Boys rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 31 | #3,607 |
| 2024 | 33 | #3,483 |
| 2023 | 34 | #3,447 |
| 2022 | 16 | #5,713 |
| 2021 | 31 | #3,606 |
| 2020 | 11 | #7,207 |
| 2019 | 20 | #4,868 |
| 2018 | 26 | #4,039 |
| 2017 | 14 | #6,150 |
| 2016 | 11 | #7,330 |
| 2015 | 11 | #7,253 |
| 2014 | 15 | #5,836 |
| 2013 | 13 | #6,391 |
| 2012 | 5 | #12,989 |
| 2011 | 7 | #10,034 |
| 2010 | 8 | #9,117 |
| 2009 | 5 | #13,209 |
| 2008 | 9 | #8,557 |
| 2007 | 9 | #8,466 |
| 2006 | 5 | #12,768 |
| 2005 | 7 | #9,507 |
| 2004 | 6 | #10,477 |
| 2003 | 7 | #9,038 |
| 2002 | 10 | #6,726 |
| 2001 | — | — |
| 2000 | 6 | #9,553 |
| 1995 | — | — |
| 1990 | 9 | #5,550 |
| 1985 | 7 | #5,390 |
| 1980 | — | — |
| 1975 | — | — |
| 1970 | 8 | #3,648 |
| 1965 | 8 | #3,096 |
| 1960 | 18 | #1,942 |
| 1955 | 15 | #2,088 |
| 1950 | 9 | #2,666 |
| 1945 | 9 | #2,482 |
| 1940 | 7 | #3,000 |
| 1935 | 14 | #1,981 |
| 1930 | 39 | #1,126 |
| 1925 | 77 | #752 |
| 1920 | 130 | #535 |
| 1915 | 182 | #399 |
| 1910 | 43 | #410 |
| 1905 | 10 | #817 |
| 1900 | 15 | #662 |
| 1895 | 8 | #834 |
| 1890 | — | — |
| 1885 | — | — |
| 1880 | — | — |
Famous people named Isidore
- Isidore of Seville Philosopher · 560–636
- Isidore of Miletus Architect · 442–537
- Isidore the Laborer Religious figure · 1080–1130
- Isidore of Pelusium Religious figure · 370–440
- Isidore Geoffroy Saint-Hilaire Biologist · 1805–1861
Ranked by global fame across Wikipedia editions (Pantheon project, MIT).
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Isidore mean?
French form of the name of early Spanish saints, from Ancient Greek Ἰσίδωρος (Isídōros), meaning "gift of (the goddess) Isis".
How popular is the name Isidore in 2025?
Isidore ranked #3,607 among boys' names in the United States in 2025, with 31 babies given the name, according to Social Security Administration data.
How many people are named Isidore?
3,421 babies have been named Isidore in the United States since 1881, based on Social Security card applications.
When was the name Isidore most popular?
Isidore peaked in 1919, when 183 newborns received the name.
Is Isidore a boy or girl name?
Isidore is overwhelmingly a boy's name — 100% of babies with the name.
Is the name Isidore rising or falling?
Isidore is on the rise — noticeably more popular now than a decade ago.
Who are famous people named Isidore?
Well-known people named Isidore include Isidore of Seville (philosopher), Isidore of Miletus (architect), Isidore the Laborer (religious figure).