Issac

Pronunciation: [ IHS-uhk ]

Boy Name #856 Most Popular Rising 2 Syllables

A patriarch's name born from laughter and miracle

English American Jewish Christian African-American

Classic Spiritual Strong Traditional Literary

Meaning & Origin

"laughter"

Origin: Hebrew

Language: Hebrew

Things to Know About This Name

Issac is an alternate (less standard) spelling of Isaac — some may see it as a misspelling

The Story of Issac

Issac is an alternate spelling of Isaac, from the Hebrew יִצְחָק (Yitzchak), meaning 'he will laugh' or 'one who laughs.' The name comes from the biblical story of Sarah laughing in disbelief when she was told she would bear a son at age 90, and then laughing with joy at his birth. Isaac was the son of Abraham and Sarah, making him a patriarch of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.

Isaac has been consistently popular, entering the US top 50 boy names in the 2000s and staying there. The Issac spelling, while less common, appears regularly — particularly in African-American communities where variant spellings of Biblical names are a valued tradition of personalization.

Isaac holds profound significance in the Abrahamic faiths. In Judaism, he is one of the three patriarchs. In Christianity, his near-sacrifice by Abraham is seen as prefiguring Christ's crucifixion. In Islam, Isḥāq is a prophet in his own right. The name's story of joy born through impossible circumstances resonates across traditions.

Fun Facts

Sir Isaac Newton, perhaps history's greatest scientist, gave this name its greatest intellectual association — inspiring the nickname 'Ike' for Dwight Eisenhower, a very different kind of giant
In the Quran, Isaac (Isḥāq) is mentioned 17 times and is considered a prophet

Issac in Other Languages

Arabic إسحاق (Isḥāq)

French Isaac

German Isaak

Hebrew יִצְחָק (Yitzchak)

Spanish Isaac

Famous People Named Issac

Isaac Hayes

Musician

1942

American singer, songwriter, and actor known for the Shaft theme, his deep voice, and being a cornerstone of the Memphis...

American singer, songwriter, and actor known for the Shaft theme, his deep voice, and being a cornerstone of the Memphis soul sound

Isaac Asimov

Writer

1920

American science fiction author and biochemist who wrote over 500 books including the Foundation and Robot series

Isaac Newton

Scientist

1643

English physicist and mathematician who formulated the laws of motion and universal gravitation, laying the foundations ...

English physicist and mathematician who formulated the laws of motion and universal gravitation, laying the foundations of classical mechanics

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2
Popularity Rank: #856
Total SSA Count: 283
Cultural Origins: English American Jewish Christian African-American
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: High

Alternative Spellings

Issa #1533

Common Nicknames

Ike Zak Izzy

Pairs Well With

Issac James Issac Thomas Issac Lee Issac Cole Issac David Issac Aaron Issac John

Sibling Names

Jacob Elijah Samuel Caleb Naomi Rachel Hannah Micah

Also a Girl Name

Issac is also used as a girl name, ranked #27945.

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Isaac Elijah Irvin Ike Juan Elisha Josiah Evan

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Frequently Asked Questions About Issac

What does the name Issac mean?

"laughter" (from Hebrew). Issac is an alternate spelling of Isaac, from the Hebrew יִצְחָק (Yitzchak), meaning 'he will laugh' or 'one who laughs.' The name comes from the biblical story of Sarah laughing in disbelief when she was told she would bear a son at age 90, and then laughing with joy at his birth. Isaac was the son of Abraham and Sarah, making him a patriarch of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.

What is the origin of the name Issac?

Issac has Hebrew, English, American, Jewish, Christian, and African-American origins. In Hebrew, it means "laughter".

Is Issac a boy or girl name?

Issac is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #856. As a girl name, it is ranked #27945. Issac is more commonly used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Issac?

Issac is pronounced IHS-uhk.

How popular is the name Issac?

Issac is currently ranked #856 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Issac?

Common nicknames for Issac include Ike, Zak, and Izzy.

What are good middle names for Issac?

Popular middle name pairings include Issac James, Issac Thomas, Issac Lee, Issac Cole, Issac David, Issac Aaron, and Issac John.

What are good sibling names for Issac?

Names that pair well with Issac as siblings include Jacob, Elijah, Samuel, Caleb, Naomi, Rachel, Hannah, and Micah.

How many syllables does Issac have?

Issac has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.

Is Issac a common or rare name?

Issac is moderately common, ranked #856 for boys in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.

About the Name Issac

Issac is a boy name with English, American, Jewish, Christian, and African-American origins . The name means "laughter" in Hebrew .

Is Issac a boy or girl name? Issac is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #856 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #27,945. Issac is more commonly used as a boy name.

Issac is currently ranked #856 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Issac has 2 syllables and is pronounced IHS-uhk, making it easy to pronounce and remember.

Common nicknames for Issac include Ike, Zak, and Izzy. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Issac include Issa . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.