Isaac: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
He will laugh, a name born of joy and the miracle of answered prayers.
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #32
- Peak
- #27 in 2013
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Isaac Means
Isaac is a boy name of Hebrew origin. He will laugh, a name born of joy and the miracle of answered prayers.
How Popular Isaac Is
Isaac currently ranks #32 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #27 in 2013. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Isaac
- Sir Isaac Newton is one of the most influential scientists in history.
- In the Bible, Isaac's birth to elderly parents Sarah and Abraham was a miracle.
- Isaac Asimov shaped modern science fiction.
Names Like Isaac
Other Hebrew names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Isaac
Hebrew names that pair well as a brother or sister to Isaac.
Questions About Isaac
What does Isaac mean?
Isaac is a boy name of Hebrew origin. He will laugh, a name born of joy and the miracle of answered prayers.
How popular is Isaac?
Isaac currently ranks #32 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #27 in 2013. It has held steady.
Where does Isaac come from?
Isaac comes from Hebrew roots. Sir Isaac Newton is one of the most influential scientists in history.
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