Isaak Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationEYE-sak / ˈaɪsəkHebrew; Greek
Meaning
Hebrew: 'laughter'; Greek: 'he will laugh'
Historical & Cultural Background
Isaak is a variant of the name Isaac, which has its roots in the Hebrew Bible. The name is associated with the biblical figure Isaac, the son of Abraham and Sarah. It has been a popular name in various cultures and languages for centuries. The name has also been used in literature and religious texts, contributing to its enduring popularity.
Trend Summary
Isaak has seen a moderate rise in popularity in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Isaac
- Izaak
International Variants
- Izak (Dutch)
- Isacco (Italian)
- Ishaq (Arabic)
- Isak (Scandinavian)
Famous people named Isaak
Isaak Asimov was a prolific science fiction author and biochemist, known for his Foundation series.
Isaak Babel was a Russian writer and playwright, recognized for his short stories and plays.
Isaak Newton was an English mathematician and physicist, famous for his laws of motion and universal gravitation.
Isaak Dinesen was a Danish author, known for her memoir 'Out of Africa'.
Fictional characters named Isaak
Isaak is a character in the video game series 'The Binding of Isaac', representing a young boy facing various challenges.
Isaak is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for his quirky personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Isaak was first seen in the United States in 1976. Isaak has ranked as high as #1160 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Minnesota, Illinois, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Isaak has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Isaak (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 13 | |
| TX | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 18 |
| 1991 | 21 |
| 1992 | 23 |
| 1993 | 26 |
| 1994 | 45 |
| 1995 | 57 |
| 1996 | 97 |
| 1997 | 106 |
| 1998 | 101 |
| 1999 | 106 |
| 2000 | 148 |
| 2001 | 210 |
| 2002 | 214 |
| 2003 | 179 |
| 2004 | 189 |
| 2005 | 173 |
| 2006 | 165 |
| 2007 | 195 |
| 2008 | 189 |
| 2009 | 218 |
| 2010 | 183 |
| 2011 | 178 |
| 2012 | 161 |
| 2013 | 148 |
| 2014 | 135 |
| 2015 | 122 |
| 2016 | 108 |
| 2017 | 108 |
| 2018 | 106 |
| 2019 | 98 |
| 2020 | 77 |
| 2021 | 66 |
| 2022 | 66 |
| 2023 | 55 |
| 2024 | 58 |