Isak Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationEE-sak / /ˈiːsɑk/Hebrew; Scandinavian
Meaning
Hebrew: 'laughter'; Scandinavian: 'God will laugh'
Historical & Cultural Background
Isak is a variant of Isaac, a significant figure in the Hebrew Bible. The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in Scandinavian countries. In modern times, Isak has gained popularity as a standalone name in several regions.
Trend Summary
Isak has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past decade.
Similar Names
Variants
- Isaak
- Izak
International Variants
- Isaac (English)
- Isacco (Italian)
- Isak (Norwegian)
- Izak (Polish)
Famous people named Isak
Isak Dinesen was a Danish author known for her memoir 'Out of Africa'.
Isak Asimov was a prolific science fiction writer and biochemist, famous for the 'Foundation' series.
Isak Nottveit is a Norwegian footballer who has played for various clubs in Norway.
Isak Berg was a Swedish politician known for his contributions to local governance.
Fictional characters named Isak
Isak is a character in the novel 'The Last Wish' by Andrzej Sapkowski, part of 'The Witcher' series.
Isak is a character in the film 'The Last Kingdom', representing a warrior from the Viking era.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Isak was first seen in the United States in 1979. Isak has ranked as high as #1285 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Minnesota, Washington, and Indiana. In the past 5 years the name Isak has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Isak (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 18 |
| 1995 | 21 |
| 1996 | 25 |
| 1997 | 26 |
| 1998 | 20 |
| 1999 | 28 |
| 2000 | 29 |
| 2001 | 26 |
| 2002 | 39 |
| 2003 | 39 |
| 2004 | 57 |
| 2005 | 55 |
| 2006 | 57 |
| 2007 | 52 |
| 2008 | 42 |
| 2009 | 37 |
| 2010 | 51 |
| 2011 | 30 |
| 2012 | 31 |
| 2013 | 17 |
| 2014 | 27 |
| 2015 | 34 |
| 2016 | 26 |
| 2017 | 34 |
| 2018 | 31 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 24 |
| 2021 | 23 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 28 |
| 2024 | 26 |