Yitzchok

Boy Name #961 Most Popular Steady 2 Syllables

The patriarch whose name means laughter and faith

Ashkenazi Jewish Yiddish Orthodox Jewish

Traditional Spiritual Classic Strong

Meaning & Origin

"he will laugh, laughter"

Origin: Hebrew

Language: Hebrew

"God laughed, God rejoices"

Origin: Hebrew

Language: Aramaic

The Story of Yitzchok

Yitzchok is the Ashkenazi Yiddish/Hebrew pronunciation of Yitzhak (Isaac), derived from the Hebrew root 'tzachak' (to laugh). The name comes from the Book of Genesis, where both Abraham and Sarah laughed when told they would have a son in their old age — and the child born from that laughter was named Yitzhak (He will laugh). The 'ch' in Yitzchok is the guttural Ashkenazi sound, distinct from Sephardic or modern Israeli pronunciation.

Yitzchok remains a cherished name in Ashkenazi Orthodox and Chassidic Jewish communities, particularly those with Eastern European roots. It directly connects the bearer to the second patriarch of the Jewish people and to one of the Torah's most beloved stories of faith and divine promise.

Isaac/Yitzchok is one of the three founding patriarchs of the Jewish people (Abraham, Isaac, Jacob). His binding on Mount Moriah (the Akeidah) is one of the most theologically significant stories in all of Abrahamic religion, observed annually on Rosh Hashanah. The name carries the weight of an entire covenant.

Fun Facts

Both Abraham and Sarah laughed (at different times) when told they would have a child in their 90s, giving Isaac his name
The Akeidah (binding of Isaac) is read in synagogues worldwide on Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year
Yitzchak Rabin, Israel's Prime Minister assassinated in 1995, bore the modern Israeli form of this name

Yitzchok in Other Languages

Arabic إسحاق

Hebrew יִצְחָק

Russian Исаак

Spanish Isaac

Yiddish יצחק

Famous People Named Yitzchok

Yitzchak Rabin

Politician

1922

Israeli Prime Minister and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, assassinated in 1995 while pursuing the Oslo Peace Accords

Yitzchok Breiter

Religious

1886

Polish Chassidic rebbe and disciple of the Uman Breslov community, known for his mystical writings on prayer

Isaac (patriarch)

Religious

Son of Abraham and Sarah, second patriarch of the Jewish people, whose near-sacrifice on Mount Moriah (the Akeidah) is c...

Son of Abraham and Sarah, second patriarch of the Jewish people, whose near-sacrifice on Mount Moriah (the Akeidah) is central to Judaism, Christianity, and Islam

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2
Popularity Rank: #961
Total SSA Count: 236
Cultural Origins: Ashkenazi Jewish Yiddish Orthodox Jewish
Pronunciation: Hard
Formality: Formal
Cross-Cultural Ease: Low

Alternative Spellings

Yitzchak #2513

Common Nicknames

Itzik Itzy Chatchi

Pairs Well With

Yitzchok Menachem Yitzchok Dovid Yitzchok Avraham Yitzchok Noach Yitzchok Shlomo Yitzchok Leibish Yitzchok Boruch

Sibling Names

Yaakov Moshe Rivka Leah Chana Aharon Miriam

Similar Names

Ike Ezekiel Issac Esau Isai Yitzchak Izaak Isaak

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Frequently Asked Questions About Yitzchok

What does the name Yitzchok mean?

"he will laugh, laughter" (from Hebrew). "God laughed, God rejoices" (from Hebrew). Yitzchok is the Ashkenazi Yiddish/Hebrew pronunciation of Yitzhak (Isaac), derived from the Hebrew root 'tzachak' (to laugh). The name comes from the Book of Genesis, where both Abraham and Sarah laughed when told they would have a son in their old age — and the child born from that laughter was named Yitzhak (He will laugh). The 'ch' in Yitzchok is the guttural Ashkenazi sound, distinct from Sephardic or modern Israeli pronunciation.

What is the origin of the name Yitzchok?

Yitzchok has Hebrew, Ashkenazi Jewish, Yiddish, and Orthodox Jewish origins. In Hebrew, it means "he will laugh, laughter". In Hebrew, it means "God laughed, God rejoices".

Is Yitzchok a boy or girl name?

Yitzchok is primarily used as a boy name.

How popular is the name Yitzchok?

Yitzchok is currently ranked #961 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Yitzchok?

Common nicknames for Yitzchok include Itzik, Itzy, and Chatchi.

What are good middle names for Yitzchok?

Popular middle name pairings include Yitzchok Menachem, Yitzchok Dovid, Yitzchok Avraham, Yitzchok Noach, Yitzchok Shlomo, Yitzchok Leibish, and Yitzchok Boruch.

What are good sibling names for Yitzchok?

Names that pair well with Yitzchok as siblings include Yaakov, Moshe, Rivka, Leah, Chana, Aharon, and Miriam.

How many syllables does Yitzchok have?

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

Is Yitzchok a common or rare name?

Yitzchok is moderately common, ranked #961 for boys in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.

About the Name Yitzchok

Yitzchok is a boy name with Ashkenazi Jewish, Yiddish, and Orthodox Jewish origins . The name means "he will laugh, laughter" in Hebrew .

Yitzchok is currently ranked #961 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Yitzchok has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.

Common nicknames for Yitzchok include Itzik, Itzy, and Chatchi. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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