Isabel
/isaˈbel/feminine
The English name Elizabeth is translated into Spanish as Isabel.
Isabel is the standard Spanish female given name used to correspond to the English name Elizabeth.
Meaning: female given name (name)
Which one should you use?
While Elizabeth is the form used in English, Isabel is the standard Spanish equivalent for this name.
How do you pronounce it?
/isaˈbel/
Did you know?
- The Spanish form Isabel evolved from the Greek Elisabet because the initial El- was likely mistaken for the Spanish masculine article el and dropped over time.
- Spanish speakers often use the diminutive Chabela as a common and affectionate nickname for women named Isabel.
- The name Isabel is deeply tied to Spanish history through 'Isabel la Católica', the Queen of Castile, whose reign is a cornerstone of the Spanish-speaking world's identity.
Examples in context
- La reina Isabel no tuvo ningún heredero directo.Queen Elizabeth did not have any direct heir.This sentence shows how to refer to Queen Elizabeth using the form Isabel.Tatoeba #5875539 by albrusgher, translation #2755018 by mervert1
- Señorita Elizabeth RodríguezMiss Elizabeth Rodriguez
- Isabel es una mujer muy inteligente.Isabel is a very intelligent woman.
- Mi amiga Isabel vive en Madrid.My friend Isabel lives in Madrid.
Example conversation
Daniel and María are talking about a common friend.
- Daniel¿Conoces a Isabel?Do you know Isabel?
- MaríaSí, soy amiga de Isabel desde hace años.Yes, I have been friends with Isabel for years.
- DanielElla es una persona muy amable.She is a very kind person.
- MaríaTienes mucha razón, Daniel.You are very right, Daniel.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “elizabeth” translations and entries Isabel, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Isabel, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
