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Isis is a female name with a deep history and rich meaning. Its origin traces back to the ancient Egyptian language, where the name *Isis* (pronounced approximately as "Isis") was a reference to the most powerful female deity in the Atenism theology. It is believed that the full name of the goddess was Nekauatra Isis or Nekauatra Ause, meaning "Girl, Beloved of Osiris," but the name *Isis* (Isis) itself means "Shining One," "Radiant," or "Beauty." In a religious context, she was the goddess of judgment, patroness of motherhood, the art of medicine, wonders, and resurrection, and one of the key figures in Atenism mythology and Orphic poetry. Her cult was widely practiced in ancient Egypt and later spread to Greece and Rome. The name Isis became known in Slavic countries after the adoption of Christianity, when Egyptian myths were Christianized, and Isis was often depicted as an analog to the Virgin Mary or as the patroness of religious rites and miracles. In Russia, the name Isis appeared relatively recently, particularly in the 19th century, and today it is not widely popular, but it attracts interest due to its uniqueness and profound history. As a name, Isis is associated with strength, wisdom, compassion, and spirituality. People with this name are often perceived as deep, intellectually inclined, with a strong inner core and a strong desire to help others. They possess a talent for generalization, may be somewhat quick in their judgments, but they also have a sense of humor and love for poetry. There are not many known bearers of the name Isis in the modern era, but there are several individuals associated with it: Isolda Berlin (Isis Berlin), a known Russian singer, and Isolda Berlin-Gurevich, a Russian model and television presenter. In world culture, the name was borne by figures such as Isolde Vendano (actress) and Iside Gerard (actress). The popularity of the name Isis in Russia is limited, but it is growing among parents seeking unique and meaningful names. It sounds melodious and noble, but it is not overly common. Variations of the name: most commonly, people use "Izia," "Iziana," "Isolya," and "Izika." Diminutives: "Izia," "Izika," "Izya."