Isleta, or "little island" in Spanish, is the largest of the Rio Grande pueblos. Many Isletans moved to El Paso with the Spanish during the 1680 Revolt, others resettled the pueblo around 1710. Parts of the mission, San Agustin' de la Isleta, date . . . — — Map (db m183765) HM
This Southern Tiwa Pueblo is said to have derived its name from the frequent flooding of the Rio Grande, which surrounded the village, giving it the appearance of a little island. Isleta was noted for the excellence of its crops and orchards. The . . . — — Map (db m183763) HM