Isham Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationEESH-um / /ˈiːʃəm/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: 'dweller by the ash tree'; Hebrew: 'God will hear'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Isham has roots in both English and Hebrew cultures. In English, it is derived from a place name, indicating a geographical connection. The Hebrew interpretation adds a spiritual dimension, suggesting divine communication. The name is relatively uncommon, which may appeal to parents seeking unique names for their children.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Isham was first seen in the United States in 1880. Isham has ranked as high as #869 nationally, which occurred in 1922, and has been most popular in North Carolina, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Isham has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Isham (1922)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NC | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 13 |
| 1881 | 7 |
| 1882 | 6 |
| 1883 | 9 |
| 1884 | 6 |
| 1886 | 9 |
| 1888 | 7 |
| 1889 | 8 |
| 1890 | 11 |
| 1891 | 6 |
| 1892 | 5 |
| 1893 | 8 |
| 1894 | 7 |
| 1895 | 10 |
| 1896 | 6 |
| 1906 | 9 |
| 1907 | 8 |
| 1908 | 7 |
| 1912 | 8 |
| 1913 | 15 |
| 1914 | 11 |
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1916 | 16 |
| 1917 | 11 |
| 1918 | 19 |
| 1919 | 14 |
| 1920 | 14 |
| 1921 | 16 |
| 1922 | 27 |
| 1923 | 16 |
| 1924 | 15 |
| 1925 | 20 |
| 1926 | 17 |
| 1927 | 10 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1929 | 11 |
| 1930 | 10 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1933 | 9 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1939 | 7 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1944 | 7 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1948 | 11 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1952 | 6 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1954 | 10 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2022 | 6 |