Ice ruler or iron battle
A name of complex etymology, likely derived from Germanic roots meaning 'ice' and 'rule' or Celtic origins related to 'iron'. It is most famous as the name of the tragic Irish princess in the medieval legend of Tristan and Isolde. The name has maintained a romantic, literary aura for centuries.
Less common today
Isolde isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,427 in 2007.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
An Irish princess and tragic heroine · Tristan and Isolde
Italian world champion alpine skier
German poet and short story writer
Austrian harpsichordist and early music pioneer
