Isaak

Isaak (Ισαάκ) is a male first name, derived from Isaac in German, Greek, and Russian forms. The roots of the name are found in the Bible, with the ancient Greek version Isaák (Ἰσαάκ) tracing back to an even older ancient Hebrew form.

What does the name Isaak mean?

The name Isaak (Ισαάκ) comes from German, Greek, and Russian and is derived from Isaac. In biblical tradition, Isaak is the son of Abraham and Sarah and is regarded as one of the patriarchs of Israel. Translated, the name means 'he (God) laughs', 'he (God) will laugh', or 'God smiles (at the child)'. Its origin lies in ancient Hebrew, derived from Yitschâq (יִצְחָק) or Jizchak (יִשְׂחָק), which means 'he will laugh' and 'he will rejoice', complemented by the subject ʾēl (אֵל) meaning 'God'. Isaak is a central patriarch in both Judaism and Christianity. The lines of Muslim and Judeo-Christian faith diverge at his sons Isaak and Ishmael. He is the father of Esau and Jacob. Other variants of the name include Ishaq (Arabic), 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. Additionally, Isaak is also used as a surname. A prominent bearer of this name is the Russian writer Isaak E. Babel.

Where does the name Isaak come from?

The origin of the name Isaak is ancient Hebrew and means 'God laughs'. The name consists of the ancient Hebrew Yitschâq (יִצְחָק) or Jizchak (יִשְׂחָק), which functions as a sentence name. The subject El complements the expression and means 'he will laugh' or 'he will rejoice'. The term originally derives from the ancient Hebrew word tzachâq (צָחַק), which means 'to laugh'. The languages in which the name appears are Biblical, Greek, Hebrew, and Russian.

How do you pronounce Isaak?

The pronunciation of the name Isaak is two syllables and emphasizes the vowel. In German, the name is usually pronounced as 'I-saak' [iˈzaːk]. It begins with a long, clear I sound, followed by an elongated second syllable with an open A, giving it a spacious sound. The hard final consonant '-k' provides a concise ending. Isaak radiates a dignified and calm aura - it is both carried and clearly defined.

When is the name day of Isaak?

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

Popularity

In Germany, Isaak is one of the sought-after first names. Currently, it ranks 1,282 among the most common male baby names. Its best placement was in 2013 when it reached rank 654. In the last ten years, Isaak has been given as a first name about 360 times, placing it at rank 1,082 in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it holds rank 1,069.

Nicknames & pet names

Ice / Ikarus / Isel / Isi / Isäk / Sak

Similar first names

Famous people

• Isaac Newton (physicist)
• Isaak (Bible) (son of Abraham)
• Isaak Alexander (German philosopher)
• Isaak August Dorner (theologian from Germany)
• Isaak Babel (writer)
• Isaak Bacharach (American mathematician)
• Isaak ben Josef ibn Polegar (scholar from Spain)
• Isaak ben Scheschet (scholar)
• Isaak Bubis (Moldovan architect)
• Isaak Christian Kraft (German theologian)
• Isaak Dentler (German actor)
• Isaak Dunayevsky (Russian composer)
• Isaak Iossifowitsch Schwarz (English composer)
• Isaak Jacob von Petri (German architect)
• Isaak Jakowlewitsch Masel (chess player from Russia)
• Isaak Kaminer (Russian writer)
• Isaak Keller (doctor from Switzerland)
• Isaak Lampronti (1679–1756), Italian rabbi and Jewish scholar)
• Isaak Markus Jost (historian from Germany)
• Isaak Maus (German writer)