Isaac

Boy's name

Isaac is a Hebrew name meaning "he will laugh." It is derived from the Hebrew name Yitzchak, which comes from the root word "tsachaq" meaning "to laugh."

Meaning He laughs
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 6,498 Falling
Peak year 2007

Appears In These Collections

Biblical

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Isaac Newton - Laws of motion and universal gravitation.
  • Isaac Asimov - Science fiction writer and biochemist.
  • Isaac Hayes - Soul singer and songwriter ("Shaft").
  • Isaac Mizrahi - Fashion designer and TV personality.
  • Isaac Hempstead Wright - Actor (Bran Stark in "Game of Thrones").
  • Isaac Hanson - Musician (Hanson band member).
  • Isaac Brock - Musician (Modest Mouse lead singer).
  • Isaac Slade - Musician (The Fray lead singer).
  • Isaac Kappy - Actor and musician.
  • Isaac Kragten - Actor (Odd Squad, Kim's Convenience).

Brothers for Isaac

Boy names closely related to Isaac

Aiden Alexander Andrew Daniel Noah Benjamin Eric Nathaniel

Sisters for Isaac

Girl names closely related to Isaac

Abigail Sophia Olivia Emma Penelope Aria Arya Emilia

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Isaac

Isaak Isac Issac Izaac

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