Izell

♂ Boy

Pronounced ih-ZEL /ɪˈzɛl/Medium

Meaning: Izell appears in American records as a given name and a surname, plausibly a variant of Isbell (from the medieval name Isabel) or a coinage on the Iz- family. It has long-standing use in African American families. The routes are uncertain, which we note.Low

In 30 seconds: Izell is a sleek two-beat American name (said 'ih-ZEL') — possibly from the Isbell surname, possibly coined. Routes uncertain, which we note.

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Origin LowAmerican

MeaningIzell appears in American records as a given name and a surname, plausibly a variant of Isbell (from the medieval name Isabel) or a coinage on the Iz- family. It has long-standing use in African American families. The routes are uncertain, which we note.

U.S. rank (2024)#12996 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1950

Total births (all-time)≈ 687

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Izell turns up in American records both as a surname and a given name, with real depth of use in African American families. Its likeliest source is Isbell, a surname from the medieval Isabel, but a straightforward Iz- coinage is just as possible. Routes uncertain, which we note (said 'ih-ZEL').

In the U.S. it is rare today. Rare, sleek, and vintage-modern at once.

Did you know? Izell has been used in American families for generations, and may trace to the surname Isbell, itself from the medieval name Isabel. The routes are uncertain, which we note (said 'ih-ZEL').

Overall data confidence 30%

References — Izell — American given name/surname; Isbell or Iz- coinage; uncertain

Variations

IsbellIzelEzell

Nicknames

IzZell

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Izell mean?

Izell likely traces to the surname Isbell (from medieval Isabel) or is a modern Iz- coinage. The routes are uncertain, which we note.

How do you pronounce Izell?

It's said ih-ZEL /ɪˈzɛl/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Izell a boy or girl name?

Izell is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Izell?

Izell is a rare name for boys in the U.S.