Scottish Gaelic girl name
Iseabail Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Iseabail means god is my oath. The Scottish Gaelic form of Isabel, a medieval form of Elizabeth.
Iseabail is the Scottish Gaelic form of Isabel and is closely related to Ishbel, its anglicised spelling. Like Isabel and Elizabeth it goes back to a Hebrew name that is usually explained as God is my oath. It has been used in Scotland for centuries and is far more familiar in its Scots forms such as Isobel than in the Gaelic spelling itself. Choosing Iseabail gives a classic name a distinctive Highland look, and it pairs gracefully with surnames beginning with Mac.
Variants of Iseabail
IshbelIsbelIseabalIsobel
Iseabail popularity: Ireland vs the US
Iseabail does not appear in the official Irish or US baby name rankings, which only list names given to a handful of babies a year. It is a rare choice in both countries.
Data: US Social Security Administration (public domain) and Central Statistics Office, Ireland (CC BY 4.0). Irish accented spellings (such as Síle) are only recorded from 2018, so earlier years combine spellings.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Iseabail mean?
Iseabail means "god is my oath". The Scottish Gaelic form of Isabel, a medieval form of Elizabeth.
How do you pronounce Iseabail?
Iseabail is pronounced ISH-a-bal.
What is the origin of Iseabail?
Iseabail is a Scottish Gaelic girl name.
What are other spellings of Iseabail?
Other spellings and forms include Ishbel, Isbel, Iseabal, Isobel.