Yitzhak Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: YIT-zahk //ˈjɪts.hɑk//
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: He will laugh
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Yitzhak is of Hebrew origin, derived from the root word "tzachak," which means "to laugh." This etymology is significant as it connects to the biblical narrative in which Sarah, the wife of Abraham, laughed upon hearing that she would bear a son in her old age, leading to the naming of her son Isaac (Yitzhak in Hebrew). The name was transmitted through various languages, including Greek as "Isaakos" and Latin as "Isaacus," before being adopted into Old French and eventually into English as "Isaac." Historically, Yitzhak is closely associated with the patriarch Isaac from the Hebrew Bible, who is a central figure in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
He is the son of Abraham and Sarah and is considered one of the three patriarchs of the Israelites. The story of Isaac is recounted in the Book of Genesis, particularly in the narratives surrounding his miraculous birth, his near-sacrifice, and his role in the continuation of the Abrahamic covenant.
These accounts have been influential in shaping religious thought and have been referenced in various translations of the Bible, including the Septuagint and the King James Version, which was published in the early 17th century. Culturally, the name Yitzhak carries significant weight in Jewish tradition, symbolizing laughter and joy, as well as the fulfillment of divine promise.
The name has been borne by numerous notable figures throughout history, including Yitzhak Rabin, a prominent Israeli leader, and Yitzhak Shamir, a former Prime Minister of Israel. Additionally, the name has various diminutive forms, such as Itzik, which are used affectionately in familial contexts.
The enduring legacy of Yitzhak reflects its deep roots in religious texts and its resonance within Jewish cultural identity.
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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 #11933 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)
The name Yitzhak 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 Yitzhak 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 Yitzhak.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7 | 7 |
| 2024 | 5 | 5 |
| 2023 | 9 | 9 |
| 2022 | 7 | 7 |
| 2021 | 8 | 8 |
| 2020 | 6 | 6 |
| 2019 | 16 | 16 |
| 2018 | 5 | 5 |
| 2017 | 9 | 9 |
| 2016 | 12 | 12 |
| 2015 | 12 | 12 |
| 2014 | 10 | 10 |
| 2013 | 11 | 11 |
| 2012 | 7 | 7 |
| 2010 | 7 | 7 |
| 2008 | 5 | 5 |
| 2007 | 8 | 8 |
| 2006 | 9 | 9 |
| 2005 | 8 | 8 |
| 2004 | 5 | 5 |
| 2003 | 6 | 6 |
| 2002 | 8 | 8 |
| 2000 | 8 | 8 |
| 1998 | 8 | 8 |
| 1997 | 8 | 8 |
| 1996 | 7 | 7 |
| 1993 | 7 | 7 |
| 1992 | 7 | 7 |
| 1990 | 5 | 5 |
| 1989 | 9 | 9 |
| 1984 | 5 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Yitzhak
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.
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