Isobel or Isabelle?

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Lovethewinter · 04/10/2021 13:42

Which do you think of as the 'normal' spelling? Husband and I don't agree!

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OliverBabish · 04/10/2021 13:53

I think Isabelle has become the ‘norm’ though in my mind, Isobel is more classic?

Isobel is lovely

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Lovethewinter · 04/10/2021 13:52

I also find Isabelle a bit frilly but husband thinks Isobel is 'Ice o bel' too! Perhaps Isabel would be the best compromise thanks ladies!

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toastofthetown · 04/10/2021 13:50

In England and Wales Isabelle is the 28th most popular name, Isabel is 142, and Isobel is 151. Personally I prefer Isobel, but if you want the most common spelling it’s Isabelle by a long way.

QuestionEverythingBaby · 04/10/2021 13:50

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They are pronounced differently I prefer Isobel

Are they?

DuneFan · 04/10/2021 13:50

I prefer Isobel.

You could compromise on Isabel or Isobelle? Both are standard alternatives.

Frazzledd · 04/10/2021 13:49

I can't read Isobel without saying 'ice-o-bell' in my head- personally prefer Isabelle, pretty name

PeskyRooks · 04/10/2021 13:47

Both are normal spellings really. I prefer Isobel, less frilly.

dementedpixie · 04/10/2021 13:44

They are pronounced differently
I prefer Isobel

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