Isidora

Isidora is the feminine form of Isidore, derived from the ancient Greek name Isidoros, composed of the elements Isis, the name of the Egyptian goddess, and doron, meaning gift, giving the overall sense gift of Isis. The name reflects the deep cultural exchange between ancient Egypt and the Greco-Roman world, where the cult of Isis held widespread influence. A notable bearer was Isidora Duncan, the American dancer better known as Isadora, whose fame helped keep the name in broader awareness. Related forms include Isadora, Isidore, and the Spanish masculine equivalent Isidoro.