Izak Boy

Popularity: #901 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

PronunciationEYE-zak / /ˈaɪ.zæk/

Hebrew; Dutch

Meaning

Hebrew: 'laughter'; Dutch: 'he will laugh'

Historical & Cultural Background

Izak is a variant of the name Isaac, which has roots in Hebrew tradition. The name has been used in various cultures, including Dutch, where it has gained popularity. In Hebrew culture, the name is associated with the biblical figure Isaac, known for his role in the Old Testament. The name has also been adopted in modern contexts, reflecting a blend of historical and contemporary significance.

Trend Summary

Izak has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Isaac
  • Izaak

International Variants

  • Isaak (German)
  • Izaac (Dutch)
  • Isak (Scandinavian)

Famous people named Izak

Izak van der Merwe is a South African cricketer known for his contributions to the sport.

Izak Ostoja is a Polish artist recognized for his contemporary paintings.

Izak S. K. is a notable figure in the field of mathematics, particularly in number theory.

Izak N. is a prominent researcher in environmental science, focusing on climate change.

Fictional characters named Izak

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Izak was first seen in the United States in 1984. Izak has ranked as high as #1295 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Indiana, Arizona, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Izak has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Izak (2024)

StateBirthsShare
CA 6
100%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19845
19875
19889
19897
199010
199110
199210
199316
199425
199530
199629
199727
199856
199953
200076
200178
200280
200377
200476
2005104
200675
200791
2008105
2009103
201081
201164
201257
201363
201460
201546
201637
201737
201838
201928
202029
202135
202233
202330
202423