Ysolda

Ysolda is a female given name of Scottish origin. It is considered a modern form that appears within Gaelic naming traditions and is sometimes viewed as related to the name Isolde (Iseult). The precise etymology is not clearly established, but the form Ysolda has gained usage in Scotland and among communities with an interest in Gaelic-inspired names.

The best-known bearer of the name is Ysolda Teague, a Scottish knitwear designer and author. She has contributed patterns, educational resources, and instructional content to the knitting community and runs the website Ysolda.com. Through her pattern collections and books, Teague has helped promote contemporary hand-knit design and accessibility for knitters of varying skill levels.

In general usage, Ysolda remains relatively uncommon outside specialized communities, particularly within knitting, textile arts, and Scottish-name enthusiasts. The name is most often encountered in those contexts rather than as a widely used given name in broader populations.

Related names include Isolde and Iseult, forms that appear in medieval legend and literature. Ysolda’s association with modern craft publishing has helped keep the name visible in contemporary discussions of design and artisanal making.

See also: Isolde; Iseult.