Isidore

Meaning of Isidore

Isidore is a masculine name with Greek origins. It has several variations, including Isidora. The name Isidore is pronounced differently in different languages. In Greek, it is pronounced as EE-see-thoh-ree. In German, it is pronounced as EE-zee-dawr. In French, it is pronounced as ee-zee-DOR. And in English, it is pronounced as IZ-i-dor.

The name Isidore has a long history and carries various associations. It comes from the Greek words "isos," meaning equal, and "doron," meaning gift. Therefore, Isidore can be translated to mean "gift of equality" or "equal to God." This meaningful interpretation gives the name a sense of importance and reverence.

Isidore has been used as a given name for boys for many years and has appeared in United States Social Security Administration data since at least the early 1900s. While its popularity has fluctuated over time, Isidore remains a unique and distinctive choice for parents seeking a timeless and meaningful name for their baby boy.

Whether you appreciate its Greek origins or simply love the sound of the name, Isidore offers an elegant option that stands out among popular modern names. With its rich history and profound meaning, Isidore is sure to make a statement while honoring tradition.

Pronunciation

Greek

  • Pronunced as EE-see-thoh-ree (/i.si.θo.ˈri/)

German

  • Pronunced as EE-zee-dawr (/ˈi.zi.dawr/)

French

  • Pronunced as ee-zee-DOR (/i.zi.ˈdor/)

English

  • Pronunced as IZ-i-dor (/ˈɪzɪdər/)

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Notable People Named Isidore

Isidore of Seville was a prominent Hispano-Roman scholar, theologian, and archbishop, known as "the last scholar of the ancient world".
Isidore Mvouba is a Congolese politician who served as Prime Minister of Congo-Brazzaville from 2005 to 2009 and is a member of the Congolese Labour Party.
Isidore Bernard Dockweiler was a prominent California lawyer and politician from a pioneering Los Angeles family.
Bishop Isidore Borecky was a prominent Ukrainian Greek Catholic hierarch who served as the first Eparchial Bishop of the Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Toronto for 50 years.
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