"God is salvation, Yahweh saves"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Izaiah
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A prophet's name meaning God saves — timeless and powerful
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Meaning & Origin
"deliverance of God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
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The Story of Izaiah
Izaiah is a variant spelling of Isaiah, from the Hebrew Yeshayahu (יְשַׁעְיָהוּ), meaning 'Yahweh is salvation' or 'God saves.' The name is composed of two Hebrew elements: 'yesha' (salvation, deliverance) and 'Yah' (a shortened form of God's name, Yahweh). Isaiah is one of the major prophets of the Hebrew Bible, and his book contains some of the most beautiful and messianic poetry in scripture.
Isaiah and its variant spellings have grown steadily in the United States since the 1990s, particularly in African American communities where Biblical names with strong spiritual meaning are deeply valued. The 'Iz-' spelling variant Izaiah gives the name a fresh visual identity while maintaining its sacred roots.
The Book of Isaiah contains the famous prophecy 'a young woman shall conceive and bear a son, and shall name him Immanuel,' which became central to Christian theology. Isaiah is revered as a prophet in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam (where he is known as Sha'ya). The name carries extraordinary spiritual weight across three Abrahamic faiths.
Historical Record
Izaiah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1984.
Over 14,453 babies have been named Izaiah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Izaiah is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #608 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The Book of Isaiah is the longest of all prophetic books in the Hebrew Bible at 66 chapters
- Isaiah's prophecies are quoted more frequently in the New Testament than any other Old Testament book except Psalms
- Isaiah Thomas (Isiah), the NBA Hall of Famer, had his name misspelled on his birth certificate but kept it as a lifelong distinction
Izaiah in Other Languages
Greek
Ἠσαΐας
Arabic
أشعياء
French
Isaïe
Hebrew
יְשַׁעְיָהוּ
Italian
Isaia
Spanish
Isaías
Popularity Over Time
#608
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Izaiah
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Isaiah Rashad
Musician
1991
American rapper and member of Top Dawg Entertainment, known for his critically acclaimed albums The Sun's Tirade and The...
American rapper and member of Top Dawg Entertainment, known for his critically acclaimed albums The Sun's Tirade and The House Is Burning
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Isiah Thomas
Athlete
1961
NBA Hall of Fame point guard, two-time NBA champion with the Detroit Pistons, considered one of the greatest players of ...
NBA Hall of Fame point guard, two-time NBA champion with the Detroit Pistons, considered one of the greatest players of all time
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Isaiah (Biblical prophet)
Religious
One of the major prophets of the Hebrew Bible, whose book contains messianic prophecies and poetry of extraordinary beau...
One of the major prophets of the Hebrew Bible, whose book contains messianic prophecies and poetry of extraordinary beauty, revered in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #608
- Total SSA Count
- 467
- Cultural Origins
- American African American Jewish Christian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Iz
Zay
Zaiah
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Frequently Asked Questions About Izaiah
What does the name Izaiah mean?
"God is salvation, Yahweh saves" (from Hebrew). "deliverance of God" (from Hebrew). Izaiah is a variant spelling of Isaiah, from the Hebrew Yeshayahu (יְשַׁעְיָהוּ), meaning 'Yahweh is salvation' or 'God saves.' The name is composed of two Hebrew elements: 'yesha' (salvation, deliverance) and 'Yah' (a shortened form of God's name, Yahweh). Isaiah is one of the major prophets of the Hebrew Bible, and his book contains some of the most beautiful and messianic poetry in scripture.
What is the origin of the name Izaiah?
Izaiah has Hebrew, American, African American, Jewish, and Christian origins. In Hebrew, it means "God is salvation, Yahweh saves". In Hebrew, it means "deliverance of God".
Is Izaiah a boy or girl name?
Izaiah is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #608. As a girl name, it is ranked #51559. Izaiah is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Izaiah?
Izaiah is currently ranked #608 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Izaiah?
Common nicknames for Izaiah include Zay and Zaiah.
What are good middle names for Izaiah?
Popular middle name pairings include Izaiah James, Izaiah Elijah, Izaiah Emmanuel, Izaiah Michael, Izaiah David, and Izaiah Kai.
What are good sibling names for Izaiah?
Names that pair well with Izaiah as siblings include Elijah, Jeremiah, Micah, Amara, Zion, and Naomi.
How many syllables does Izaiah have?
Izaiah has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Izaiah a common or rare name?
Izaiah is moderately common, ranked #608 for boys in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.
About the Name Izaiah
Izaiah is a boy name with American, African American, Jewish, and Christian origins . The name means "God is salvation, Yahweh saves" in Hebrew .
Is Izaiah a boy or girl name? Izaiah is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #608 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #51,559. Izaiah is more commonly used as a boy name.
Izaiah is currently ranked #608 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Izaiah has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Izaiah include Iz, Zay, and Zaiah. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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