Isabela vs Mara

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Isabela

Girl #644 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"God is my oath"

Origin: Hebrew (Elisheba)

Cultural Roots

Spanish Portuguese Latin American Brazilian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#644
Total SSA Count
456
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Isa, Bela, Bella

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Isabela Rank #644
Mara Rank #588

Mara is more popular, ranked #588 vs #644 for Isabela.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Isabela ___

  • Isabela Sofia
  • Isabela Marie
  • Isabela Grace
  • Isabela Luna
  • Isabela Valentina
  • Isabela Rose

Mara ___

  • Mara Jane
  • Mara Grace
  • Mara Louise
  • Mara Elizabeth
  • Mara Rose
  • Mara Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Isabela

Mateo Sofia Gabriel Valentina Rafael

If you choose Mara

Nora Cora Lena Eli Simon

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Isabela or Mara more popular?

Mara is more popular, ranked #588 compared to Isabela at #644 in the United States.

What do Isabela and Mara mean?

Isabela means "God is my oath" (Hebrew (Elisheba) origin). Mara means "bitter" (Hebrew origin).

Are Isabela and Mara boy or girl names?

Isabela is primarily a girl name. Mara is primarily a girl name.

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