Izaac Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: EYE-zak //ˈaɪ.zæk//
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: He will laugh; English: Variant of Isaac
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Izaac is derived from the Hebrew name Yitzhak (יִצְחָק), which means "he will laugh" or "laughter." This name appears in the Hebrew Bible, where Isaac is a significant patriarch, the son of Abraham and Sarah, and is known for the story of his miraculous birth when his parents were advanced in age. The name Yitzhak was transliterated into Greek as Izaakos (Ἰσαάκ), which later influenced the Latin form Isaacus.
The name made its way into Old French as Isaac, before being adopted into Middle English as Izaak or Isaac, particularly through the influence of biblical texts and translations, including the King James Bible in the early 17th century, which helped solidify its use in English-speaking regions. Throughout history, the name has been borne by various notable figures, including saints and scholars.
For instance, Saint Isaac of Syria, an influential Christian monk and theologian from the 7th century, contributed to the spiritual literature of the Eastern Orthodox Church. The name has also been associated with prominent historical figures such as Isaac Newton, the renowned mathematician and physicist of the 17th century, who made groundbreaking contributions to science and mathematics.
The enduring nature of the name can be attributed to its deep biblical roots and its association with significant cultural and religious narratives. Culturally, the name Izaac, like its variants, has been embraced in various traditions, often symbolizing joy and divine promise, reflecting the biblical story of Isaac's birth.
The name has also inspired various diminutive forms, such as Ike or Zac, which have been used in different contexts. Overall, Izaac carries a rich historical and cultural significance, rooted in ancient texts and traditions that continue to resonate through the ages.
Famous people named Izaac
In this section, you will find notable people named Izaac. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Izaac who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Izaac Asimov was a writer and biochemist best known for the Foundation series, the Robot series, and his popular science books.
Izaac Williams is a professional athlete best known for competing in various international track and field events.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Izaac was first seen in the United States in 1977.
Izaac has ranked as high as #2676 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Arizona, and Illinois.
In the past 5 years the name Izaac has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Izaac is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Izaac was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Izaac.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 44 | 44 |
| 2024 | 51 | 51 |
| 2023 | 47 | 47 |
| 2022 | 63 | 63 |
| 2021 | 51 | 51 |
| 2020 | 64 | 64 |
| 2019 | 79 | 79 |
| 2018 | 80 | 80 |
| 2017 | 80 | 80 |
| 2016 | 77 | 77 |
| 2015 | 128 | 128 |
| 2014 | 131 | 131 |
| 2013 | 146 | 146 |
| 2012 | 146 | 146 |
| 2011 | 120 | 120 |
| 2010 | 133 | 133 |
| 2009 | 151 | 151 |
| 2008 | 145 | 145 |
| 2007 | 131 | 131 |
| 2006 | 100 | 100 |
| 2005 | 134 | 134 |
| 2004 | 101 | 101 |
| 2003 | 95 | 95 |
| 2002 | 99 | 99 |
| 2001 | 73 | 73 |
| 2000 | 70 | 70 |
| 1999 | 46 | 46 |
| 1998 | 41 | 41 |
| 1997 | 41 | 41 |
| 1996 | 36 | 36 |
| 1995 | 23 | 23 |
| 1994 | 25 | 25 |
| 1993 | 24 | 24 |
| 1992 | 16 | 16 |
| 1991 | 9 | 9 |
| 1990 | 6 | 6 |
| 1989 | 6 | 6 |
| 1988 | 6 | 6 |
| 1987 | 5 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 | 5 |
| 1978 | 5 | 5 |
| 1977 | 7 | 7 |
Top States for Izaac (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 11 | |
| TX | 8 | |
| FL | 5 |