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At a Glance
- Meaning
- There is a reward (a rewarded/hired one)
- Origin
- Hebrew (Biblical)
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- IS-uh-kahr
Issachar is a Hebrew, Biblical name that means "there is a reward," or a rewarded, hired one. It's pronounced IS-uh-kahr. If you want a name with real Biblical roots that few other children will share, this is one to say out loud and try on.
Meaning & Origin of Issachar
Meaning: There is a reward (a rewarded/hired one).
Origin: Hebrew (Biblical).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Issachar
IS-uh-kahrIPA /ˈɪsəkɑːr/
Popularity of Issachar
Issachar is rare in the U.S.: it ranked #7942 in 2024, with just 10 babies given the name. Its highest rank in the Social Security data (1976-2024) was #4868 in 2019, when 20 babies were named Issachar.
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FAQ
What does the name Issachar mean?
There is a reward (a rewarded/hired one). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Issachar?
Issachar is pronounced IS-uh-kahr (IPA: /ˈɪsəkɑːr/).
Is Issachar a popular name right now?
Issachar peaked at #4868 in 2019 and is ranked #7942 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1976–2024.)
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