"God is salvation"
Origin: Arabic/Hebrew
Language: Arabic
Isa
Pronunciation: [ EES-uh ]
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The Quranic name of Jesus, beautiful in its simplicity
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"savior (indirect meaning)"
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The Story of Isa
Isa is the Arabic form of Jesus (Yeshua in Hebrew), meaning 'God is salvation.' In the Quran, Isa ibn Maryam (Jesus son of Mary) is revered as one of the most important prophets in Islam, born of a virgin, performing miracles, and ascended to heaven. The name is widely used across the Muslim world — from Morocco to Indonesia — as a deeply honored spiritual name. It also appears in Swahili-speaking East Africa and among Persian and Turkish Muslims.
Isa has maintained steady popularity across Muslim-majority countries for over a millennium. In Western countries, it has gained traction in the 21st century as a short, internationally accessible Islamic name that sounds elegant in any language. Its brevity and easy pronunciation have made it increasingly attractive to parents seeking a traditional Muslim name with global appeal.
In Islam, Isa (Jesus) is considered the Messiah and one of the five major prophets (along with Noah, Abraham, Moses, and Muhammad). The name carries enormous spiritual significance for the world's 1.8 billion Muslims. In Swahili-speaking communities, it is a common Muslim name across East Africa.
Historical Record
Isa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1964.
Over 2,872 babies have been named Isa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Isa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #1,029 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Isa appears in the Quran 25 times, more than any prophet except Moses
- Isa ibn Maryam (Jesus son of Mary) is called the Messiah in the Quran — a title shared with Christianity
- The name is used by Muslims across 57+ countries, making it one of the most geographically widespread names in the world
Isa in Other Languages
Urdu
عیسیٰ
Arabic
عيسى
Persian
عیسی
Swahili
Isa
Turkish
Isa
Popularity Over Time
#1,029
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Isa
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Isa Guha
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Isa ibn Maryam (Jesus)
Religious
A major prophet in Islam, revered as the Messiah and born of a virgin; his story is told in the Quran where he is descri...
A major prophet in Islam, revered as the Messiah and born of a virgin; his story is told in the Quran where he is described as performing miracles and being raised to heaven
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,029
- Total SSA Count
- 216
- Cultural Origins
- Muslim Arabic Persian Turkish Swahili
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Frequently Asked Questions About Isa
What does the name Isa mean?
"God is salvation" (from Arabic/Hebrew). "savior (indirect meaning)" (from Quranic Arabic). Isa is the Arabic form of Jesus (Yeshua in Hebrew), meaning 'God is salvation.' In the Quran, Isa ibn Maryam (Jesus son of Mary) is revered as one of the most important prophets in Islam, born of a virgin, performing miracles, and ascended to heaven. The name is widely used across the Muslim world — from Morocco to Indonesia — as a deeply honored spiritual name. It also appears in Swahili-speaking East Africa and among Persian and Turkish Muslims.
What is the origin of the name Isa?
Isa has Arabic/Hebrew, Quranic Arabic, Muslim, Arabic, Persian, Turkish, and Swahili origins. In Arabic/Hebrew, it means "God is salvation". In Quranic Arabic, it means "savior (indirect meaning)".
Is Isa a boy or girl name?
Isa is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #1029. As a girl name, it is ranked #1967. Isa is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Isa?
Isa is pronounced EES-uh.
How popular is the name Isa?
Isa is currently ranked #1029 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Isa?
Popular middle name pairings include Isa Malik, Isa Jamal, Isa Kareem, Isa Nour, Isa Hamid, and Isa Rashid.
What are good sibling names for Isa?
Names that pair well with Isa as siblings include Musa, Yusuf, Ibrahim, Fatima, Maryam, Zainab, and Omar.
How many syllables does Isa have?
Isa has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Isa a common or rare name?
Isa is an uncommon name, ranked #1029 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Isa
Isa is a boy name with Muslim, Arabic, Persian, Turkish, and Swahili origins . The name means "God is salvation" in Arabic/Hebrew .
Is Isa a boy or girl name? Isa is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #1,029 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #1,967. Isa is more commonly used as a boy name.
Isa is currently ranked #1,029 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Isa has 2 syllables and is pronounced EES-uh, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Alternative spellings of Isa include Isaac, Isaiah, Isaias, Isael, Isai . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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