Izzy Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationIZ-ee / ˈɪziHebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: God is my strength; English: Diminutive of Isaac
Historical & Cultural Background
Izzy is often used as a diminutive form of names like Isaac or Israel. In Hebrew culture, the name Isaac means 'laughter' and has biblical significance. The name has gained popularity in English-speaking countries as a standalone name. It is commonly associated with a friendly and approachable personality.
Trend Summary
Izzy has seen a rise in popularity as a given name in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Izzie
- Iz
International Variants
- Isacco (Italian)
- Isaak (Dutch)
- Yitzhak (Hebrew)
Famous people named Izzy
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Izzy was first seen in the United States in 1916. Izzy has ranked as high as #1330 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, and California. In the past 5 years the name Izzy has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Izzy (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 9 | |
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 14 |
| 2016 | 24 |
| 2017 | 25 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 22 |
| 2021 | 18 |
| 2022 | 24 |
| 2023 | 20 |
| 2024 | 30 |