Isaac

Isaac is a boy's name of biblical origin that appears in the Old Testament. Its Ancient Hebrew roots are evident, as Isaac was the son of Abraham and Sarah and one of the patriarchs of Israel.

What does the name Isaac mean?

The name Isaac, of Ancient Hebrew origins, translates to "he (God) laughs," "he (God) will laugh," or "God smiles (at the child)." It derives from the Ancient Hebrew name Yitschâq (יִצְחָק) or Jizchak (יִשְׂחָק), which means "he will laugh" or "he will rejoice," supplemented by the subject ʾēl (אֵל), meaning "God." Isaac, as the son of Abraham and Sarah and the father of Jacob and Esau, is one of the three patriarchs portrayed in the Book of Genesis of the Old Testament. Variations of the name include Isaak, Ishaq, Sahak, Isak, Iisak, Isaku, Isaack, Issac, Iisakki, Iikka, Iiro, Izik, Itzig, Isacco, Izak, Izaak, Sjaak, Sjakie, Isaque, Izsak, Ike, Ishak, Jitzchak, Yitzhak, Itzhak, Jitzhak, and Yzac. Notable people with this name include the Spanish composer Isaac Albéniz and the renowned mathematician and physicist Isaac Newton.

Where does the name Isaac come from?

The first name Isaac has its roots in Ancient Hebrew and means "God laughs." The

How do you pronounce Isaac?

The pronunciation of Isaac is two syllables and fluid. In German, the name is usually pronounced as "I-saak" [ˈiːzaːk] or [ˈiːsaːk]. It begins with a long I sound that conveys brightness, while the second syllable has a long A sound. The hard k sound at the end provides a distinct closure. Isaac radiates a classic and dignified presence – a name with clear contours and deep-rooted tradition.

When is the name day of Isaac?

Isaac's name day is celebrated on October 6 and October 19.

Popularity

In Germany, the name Isaac enjoys great popularity and currently ranks 541st on the list of most common male first names. Its best ranking was achieved in 1930 at position 208. In the last ten years, Isaac has been given as a first name approximately 790 times, placing it 644th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it stands at 707th place.

Nicknames & pet names

Acci / Ice / Ike / Isa / Isi / Iz / Izzi / Izzy / Sac / Saccy / Zac / Zack

Similar first names

Famous people

• Isaac Albeniz (Spanish composer)
• Isaac Asimov (Russian-American sci-fi author)
• Isaac Augustus Wetherby (American artist)
• Isaac Boss (New Zealand rugby player)
• Isaac Carew (model, chef)
• Isaac Delahaye (guitarist of the band Epica)
• Isaac Dogboe (English boxer)
• Isaac Elzevir (Dutch publisher)
• Isaac Florentine (Israeli film director)
• Isaac Forster (character from the video game 'Angels of Death')
• Isaac Hatch (cricketer from Great Britain)
• Isaac Hawkins Browne (English writer)
• Isaac Hayden (footballer from England)
• Isaac Hilton (American football player)
• Isaac Holstein (basketball player from the Philippines)
• Isaac Ikhouria (boxer from Nigeria)
• Isaac Jacob Schoenberg (Romanian mathematician)
• Isaac Keys (football player from America)
• Isaac Kiprono Songok (Kenyan long-distance runner)
• Isaac Koene (Dutch painter)