Issac
Issac is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
He will laugh or laughter.
Origin and history
Issac is a variant spelling of Isaac, deriving from the Hebrew name Yitzchak meaning 'he will laugh'. It is a traditional biblical name that has maintained steady, moderate usage in the United States over the decades. Parents often choose this spelling as a slightly distinctive alternative to the classic double-a form.
Popularity in the United States
24,554 babies in the United States have been named Issac since 1880. It ranks #748 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #706.
States where it is most popular
- CA (22.5 %)
- TX (15.7 %)
- NY (6.1 %)
- FL (4.3 %)
- IL (3.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 137 |
| 1890-1900 | 99 |
| 1900-1910 | 109 |
| 1910-1920 | 371 |
| 1920-1930 | 555 |
| 1930-1940 | 501 |
| 1940-1950 | 562 |
| 1950-1960 | 731 |
| 1960-1970 | 608 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,333 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,852 |
| 1990-2000 | 3,495 |
| 2000-2010 | 6,790 |
| 2010-2019 | 5,305 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,106 |
Famous people named Issac
- Issac Delgado: Singer, Musician
Nicknames
Ike, Zac, Zack
Fun facts
- Issac shifts the double letter from 'a' to 's', offering a common modern alternative to Isaac.
- The name reflects the laughter of Sarah upon learning she would give birth in her old age.