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Isaiah

Hebrew boy's name meaning the Lord is salvation

Gender
Boy
Origin
Hebrew
Meaning
the Lord is salvation
Syllables
2
Letters
6
US rank (2023)
#56
Born in 2023
5,147

Meaning & origin

Isaiah comes from the Hebrew Yeshayahu, 'the Lord is salvation'. Isaiah was one of the major biblical prophets.

Popularity

In the latest US data, Isaiah ranked #56 for boys. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.

In 2023, 5,147 US boys were given the name Isaiah.

US popularity rank over time

Peaked at #42 in 2008

1993
#204
1998
#59
2003
#49
2008
#42
2013
#44
2018
#51
2023
#56
2024
#56

“Unranked” means Isaiah was outside the US top 1,000 that year.

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Nicknames

Izzy

Isaiah: frequently asked questions

What does the name Isaiah mean?

Isaiah is a Hebrew name meaning "the Lord is salvation". Isaiah comes from the Hebrew Yeshayahu, 'the Lord is salvation'. Isaiah was one of the major biblical prophets.

Where does the name Isaiah come from?

Isaiah is of Hebrew origin. Isaiah comes from the Hebrew Yeshayahu, 'the Lord is salvation'. Isaiah was one of the major biblical prophets.

Is Isaiah a boy or a girl name?

Isaiah is most commonly a boy's name.

How many babies are named Isaiah?

In 2023, 5,147 US boys were given the name Isaiah.

Is Isaiah a popular name, and is it rising or falling?

In the latest US data, Isaiah ranked #56 for boys. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.

What are common nicknames for Isaiah?

Common nicknames for Isaiah include Izzy.

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