Issei
Issei is a boy baby name. Ranked #33,939 in the US, popular nicknames include Iss, Isy, and Issie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Issei first appeared in US Social Security records in 2013.
Over 33 babies have been named Issei in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Issei is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #33,939 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #33,939
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
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About the Name Issei
Issei is a boy name .
Issei is currently ranked #33,939 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Issei include Iss, Isy, and Issie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis