Issa Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationEE-sah / ˈiːsəArabic; Hebrew
Meaning
Arabic: 'Jesus'; Hebrew: 'God is salvation'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic-speaking cultures, Issa is often associated with Jesus Christ. The name is used in various forms across different cultures. In Hebrew, it reflects a significant religious connotation. The name has gained popularity in various regions due to its religious significance.
Trend Summary
The name Issa has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Issa
- Isa
International Variants
- Isa (Spanish)
- Isha (Swahili)
Famous people named Issa
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Issa was first seen in the United States in 1969. Issa has ranked as high as #1245 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, New York, Michigan, Texas, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Issa has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Issa (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 20 | |
| CA | 12 | |
| MI | 10 | |
| TX | 9 | |
| OH | 9 | |
| PA | 7 | |
| MA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1973 | 9 |
| 1974 | 11 |
| 1975 | 16 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1977 | 12 |
| 1978 | 20 |
| 1979 | 18 |
| 1980 | 16 |
| 1981 | 23 |
| 1982 | 17 |
| 1983 | 18 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 14 |
| 1986 | 16 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 15 |
| 1989 | 24 |
| 1990 | 29 |
| 1991 | 26 |
| 1992 | 28 |
| 1993 | 25 |
| 1994 | 32 |
| 1995 | 36 |
| 1996 | 30 |
| 1997 | 29 |
| 1998 | 30 |
| 1999 | 31 |
| 2000 | 27 |
| 2001 | 37 |
| 2002 | 40 |
| 2003 | 52 |
| 2004 | 38 |
| 2005 | 62 |
| 2006 | 45 |
| 2007 | 68 |
| 2008 | 49 |
| 2009 | 46 |
| 2010 | 55 |
| 2011 | 56 |
| 2012 | 66 |
| 2013 | 58 |
| 2014 | 71 |
| 2015 | 54 |
| 2016 | 81 |
| 2017 | 64 |
| 2018 | 87 |
| 2019 | 73 |
| 2020 | 87 |
| 2021 | 84 |
| 2022 | 92 |
| 2023 | 108 |
| 2024 | 115 |