Isiah Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationih-ZYE-uh / ɪˈzaɪəHebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: Salvation; English: Variant of Isaiah
Historical & Cultural Background
Isiah is a variant of the name Isaiah, which has its roots in Hebrew, meaning 'Yahweh is salvation.' The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in Jewish and Christian traditions. It is often associated with the biblical prophet Isaiah, who is known for his prophecies and writings in the Old Testament. The name has gained popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States.
Trend Summary
Isiah has seen a moderate level of popularity in the United States, particularly in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
Similar Names
Variants
- Isaiah
- Isaias
International Variants
- Isaías (Spanish)
- Isaias (Portuguese)
- Isay (Russian)
Famous people named Isiah
Isiah Thomas is a former professional basketball player and Hall of Famer known for his time with the Detroit Pistons.
Isiah Whitlock Jr. is an American actor recognized for his roles in television and film, including 'The Wire.'.
Isiah Kiner-Falefa is a professional baseball player who has played in Major League Baseball.
Isiah Pacheco is a professional football player known for his role as a running back in the NFL.
Fictional characters named Isiah
Isiah is a character in the video game 'The Last of Us Part II,' known for his role in the story.
Isiah is a character in the novel 'The Book of Isaiah,' representing themes of prophecy and faith.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Isiah was first seen in the United States in 1880. Isiah has ranked as high as #634 nationally, which occurred in 2001, and has been most popular in New York, California, Texas, South Carolina, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Isiah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Isiah (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 13 | |
CA | 12 | |
GA | 10 | |
MI | 9 | |
OH | 8 | |
FL | 8 | |
IL | 8 | |
LA | 5 | |
NC | 5 | |
AR | 5 | |
NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 20 |
1881 | 24 |
1882 | 28 |
1883 | 24 |
1884 | 24 |
1885 | 26 |
1886 | 22 |
1887 | 32 |
1888 | 35 |
1889 | 16 |
1890 | 32 |
1891 | 27 |
1892 | 37 |
1893 | 31 |
1894 | 43 |
1895 | 35 |
1896 | 31 |
1897 | 27 |
1898 | 29 |
1899 | 21 |
1900 | 44 |
1901 | 19 |
1902 | 28 |
1903 | 31 |
1904 | 28 |
1905 | 35 |
1906 | 29 |
1907 | 39 |
1908 | 39 |
1909 | 48 |
1910 | 56 |
1911 | 52 |
1912 | 79 |
1913 | 56 |
1914 | 101 |
1915 | 96 |
1916 | 81 |
1917 | 98 |
1918 | 130 |
1919 | 145 |
1920 | 123 |
1921 | 118 |
1922 | 138 |
1923 | 140 |
1924 | 138 |
1925 | 129 |
1926 | 130 |
1927 | 110 |
1928 | 121 |
1929 | 123 |
1930 | 103 |
1931 | 108 |
1932 | 108 |
1933 | 96 |
1934 | 79 |
1935 | 88 |
1936 | 100 |
1937 | 85 |
1938 | 95 |
1939 | 102 |
1940 | 83 |
1941 | 99 |
1942 | 98 |
1943 | 105 |
1944 | 118 |
1945 | 84 |
1946 | 117 |
1947 | 113 |
1948 | 125 |
1949 | 114 |
1950 | 97 |
1951 | 102 |
1952 | 109 |
1953 | 99 |
1954 | 100 |
1955 | 109 |
1956 | 87 |
1957 | 100 |
1958 | 105 |
1959 | 101 |
1960 | 64 |
1961 | 77 |
1962 | 72 |
1963 | 65 |
1964 | 90 |
1965 | 52 |
1966 | 70 |
1967 | 77 |
1968 | 64 |
1969 | 56 |
1970 | 45 |
1971 | 47 |
1972 | 52 |
1973 | 53 |
1974 | 51 |
1975 | 59 |
1976 | 57 |
1977 | 57 |
1978 | 61 |
1979 | 59 |
1980 | 64 |
1981 | 98 |
1982 | 114 |
1983 | 104 |
1984 | 120 |
1985 | 130 |
1986 | 107 |
1987 | 205 |
1988 | 302 |
1989 | 409 |
1990 | 511 |
1991 | 449 |
1992 | 392 |
1993 | 323 |
1994 | 360 |
1995 | 488 |
1996 | 658 |
1997 | 741 |
1998 | 768 |
1999 | 781 |
2000 | 797 |
2001 | 822 |
2002 | 746 |
2003 | 734 |
2004 | 712 |
2005 | 742 |
2006 | 730 |
2007 | 627 |
2008 | 635 |
2009 | 497 |
2010 | 424 |
2011 | 366 |
2012 | 293 |
2013 | 266 |
2014 | 187 |
2015 | 178 |
2016 | 197 |
2017 | 170 |
2018 | 169 |
2019 | 157 |
2020 | 131 |
2021 | 137 |
2022 | 141 |
2023 | 132 |
2024 | 148 |