Isaac

At a Glance: Name: Isaac – Meaning: he laughs (tied to Sarah's laughter in Genesis) – Origin: Hebrew – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: EYE-zik

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Isaac is a Hebrew name meaning "he laughs," tied to the story of Sarah's laughter in Genesis. It's pronounced EYE-zik, and it has a timeless, classic style — the kind of name that's stayed familiar for generations rather than tracking a passing trend. If you want a name with a clear, documented meaning and a long track record, Isaac checks both boxes.

Meaning & Origin of Isaac

Meaning: He laughs (tied to sarah's laughter in genesis).

Origin: Hebrew.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Isaac

Phonetic: EYE-zik   IPA: /ˈaɪzək/

Popularity of Isaac

Isaac peaked at #28 in 2013, when 10,133 boys were given the name, and has since settled to #40 in 2024 with 6,498 — a gentle decline, but still well within the top 50 across SSA records going back to 1880.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Isaac mean?

He laughs (tied to sarah’s laughter in genesis). (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Isaac)

How do you pronounce Isaac?

Isaac is pronounced EYE-zik (IPA: /ˈaɪzək/).

Is Isaac a popular name right now?

Isaac peaked at #28 in 2013 and is ranked #40 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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