"God is salvation"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Isiah
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A powerful prophetic name meaning 'God is salvation'
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Meaning & Origin
"salvation of God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
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The Story of Isiah
Isiah is an alternate spelling of Isaiah, derived from the Hebrew name 'Yeshayahu' meaning 'God is salvation' or 'salvation of God.' Isaiah was one of the major prophets in the Hebrew Bible, and his Book of Isaiah is the longest prophetic book in the Old Testament.
Isaiah and its variant Isiah have been consistently popular in the United States, particularly in African American communities. The name reflects deep religious heritage and has been boosted by numerous athletes and public figures bearing the name.
Isaiah holds profound significance in both Jewish and Christian traditions as the prophet who foretold the coming of the Messiah. The name carries strong religious and spiritual weight across multiple faith traditions.
Historical Record
Isiah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 19,499 babies have been named Isiah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Isiah is past its peak , currently ranked #1,312 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The Book of Isaiah in the Hebrew Bible contains 66 chapters, more than any other prophetic book
- Isaiah Thomas, NBA player, popularized the Isiah spelling further in American sports culture
- Isaiah scroll discovered among the Dead Sea Scrolls is one of the best preserved ancient manuscripts
Isiah in Other Languages
Arabic
إشعياء
French
Isaïe
Hebrew
יְשַׁעְיָהוּ
Italian
Isaia
Spanish
Isaías
Popularity Over Time
#1,312
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 2001
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Isiah
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Isiah Thomas
Athlete
1961
Hall of Fame NBA point guard who led the Detroit Pistons to back-to-back championships in 1989 and 1990
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Isaiah
Religious
Major Hebrew prophet whose book in the Bible contains famous messianic prophecies and poetic passages
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #1,312
- Total SSA Count
- 148
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew Christian American African American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Common Nicknames
Ike
Izzy
Siah
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Frequently Asked Questions About Isiah
What does the name Isiah mean?
"God is salvation" (from Hebrew). "salvation of God" (from Hebrew). Isiah is an alternate spelling of Isaiah, derived from the Hebrew name 'Yeshayahu' meaning 'God is salvation' or 'salvation of God.' Isaiah was one of the major prophets in the Hebrew Bible, and his Book of Isaiah is the longest prophetic book in the Old Testament.
What is the origin of the name Isiah?
Isiah has Hebrew, Christian, American, and African American origins. In Hebrew, it means "God is salvation". In Hebrew, it means "salvation of God".
Is Isiah a boy or girl name?
Isiah is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #1312. As a girl name, it is ranked #53183. Isiah is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Isiah?
Isiah is currently ranked #1312 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Isiah?
Common nicknames for Isiah include Ike, Izzy, and Siah.
What are good middle names for Isiah?
Popular middle name pairings include Isiah James, Isiah Michael, Isiah David, Isiah Thomas, Isiah Ray, and Isiah Lee.
What are good sibling names for Isiah?
Names that pair well with Isiah as siblings include Elijah, Josiah, Naomi, Zara, Micah, Esther, Caleb, and Lydia.
How many syllables does Isiah have?
Isiah has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Isiah a common or rare name?
Isiah is an uncommon name, ranked #1312 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Isiah
Isiah is a boy name with Hebrew, Christian, American, and African American origins . The name means "God is salvation" in Hebrew .
Is Isiah a boy or girl name? Isiah is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #1,312 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #53,183. Isiah is more commonly used as a boy name.
Isiah is currently ranked #1,312 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Isiah has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Isiah include Ike, Izzy, and Siah. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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