Yitzhak Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationYIT-zahk / /ˈjɪts.hɑk/Hebrew
Meaning
He will laugh
Historical & Cultural Background
Yitzhak is a traditional Hebrew name, derived from the biblical figure Isaac, who is one of the patriarchs of the Jewish faith. The name has significant cultural importance in Judaism, symbolizing joy and laughter. It is also used in various forms across different cultures and languages. The name has been borne by many notable figures throughout history.
Trend Summary
Yitzhak has seen steady usage within Jewish communities, particularly in Israel.
Similar Names
Variants
- Yitzchok
- Isaac
International Variants
- Isaac (English)
- Izak (Polish)
- Ishaq (Arabic)
Famous people named Yitzhak
Yitzhak Rabin was an Israeli politician and statesman who served as Prime Minister of Israel.
Yitzhak Perlman is a renowned Israeli-American violinist and conductor, celebrated for his performances and recordings.
Yitzhak Shamir was an Israeli politician who served as Prime Minister of Israel and was a prominent figure in the Likud party.
Yitzhak Berman was a notable Israeli politician and member of the Knesset.
Fictional characters named Yitzhak
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yitzhak was first seen in the United States in 1979. Yitzhak has ranked as high as #1356 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Yitzhak has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Yitzhak
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 5 |