Isaac
Isaac is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
He will laugh; laughter.
Origin and history
Isaac is a classic biblical name of Hebrew origin meaning 'he will laugh' or 'laughter'. It has been a consistently popular masculine name in the United States for generations, holding a top 50 spot in recent years. Its classic roots and warm meaning give it a timeless appeal.
Popularity in the United States
331,508 babies in the United States have been named Isaac since 1880. It ranks #103 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #42.
States where it is most popular
- CA (16.2 %)
- TX (11 %)
- NY (5.2 %)
- FL (4.1 %)
- IL (3.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 2,311 |
| 1890-1900 | 1,735 |
| 1900-1910 | 1,638 |
| 1910-1920 | 4,952 |
| 1920-1930 | 6,552 |
| 1930-1940 | 4,715 |
| 1940-1950 | 5,064 |
| 1950-1960 | 5,479 |
| 1960-1970 | 4,605 |
| 1970-1980 | 10,480 |
| 1980-1990 | 18,374 |
| 1990-2000 | 40,271 |
| 2000-2010 | 90,761 |
| 2010-2019 | 94,574 |
| 2020-2029 | 39,997 |
Famous people named Isaac
- Isaac Newton: Physicist, Mathematician
- Isaac Asimov: Author, Biochemist
- Isaac Wright Jr.: Lawyer, Producer
Nicknames
Ike, Zac, Zack
Fun facts
- The name derives from the Hebrew Yitzhak, referencing Sarah's laughter when told she would bear a child in old age.
- Sir Isaac Newton, one of history's most influential scientists, helped immortalize the name worldwide.
- Isaac has been continuously ranked among the top 100 boys' names in the U.S. for over two decades.