Isaac
Hebrew boy's name meaning “he will laugh”
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Meaning
- he will laugh
- Syllables
- 2
- Letters
- 5
- US rank (2023)
- #42
- Born in 2023
- 6,606
Meaning & origin
Isaac comes from the Hebrew Yitzhak, 'he will laugh'. In the Bible he was the long-awaited son of Abraham and Sarah.
Popularity
In the latest US data, Isaac ranked #42 for boys. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
In 2023, 6,606 US boys were given the name Isaac.
US popularity rank over time
Peaked at #28 in 2013
“Unranked” means Isaac was outside the US top 1,000 that year.
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Nicknames
Ike, Zac
Isaac: frequently asked questions
What does the name Isaac mean?
Isaac is a Hebrew name meaning "he will laugh". Isaac comes from the Hebrew Yitzhak, 'he will laugh'. In the Bible he was the long-awaited son of Abraham and Sarah.
Where does the name Isaac come from?
Isaac is of Hebrew origin. Isaac comes from the Hebrew Yitzhak, 'he will laugh'. In the Bible he was the long-awaited son of Abraham and Sarah.
Is Isaac a boy or a girl name?
Isaac is most commonly a boy's name.
How many babies are named Isaac?
In 2023, 6,606 US boys were given the name Isaac.
Is Isaac a popular name, and is it rising or falling?
In the latest US data, Isaac ranked #42 for boys. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
What are common nicknames for Isaac?
Common nicknames for Isaac include Ike, Zac.