"he will laugh, laughter"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Yitzchok
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The patriarch whose name means laughter and faith
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Meaning & Origin
"God laughed, God rejoices"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Aramaic
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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.
Historical Record
Yitzchok first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 5,181 babies have been named Yitzchok in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Yitzchok is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #961 for boy names in the US .
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
Popularity Over Time
#961
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Yitzchok
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Yitzchak Rabin
Politician
1922
Israeli Prime Minister and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, assassinated in 1995 while pursuing the Oslo Peace Accords
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Yitzchok Breiter
Religious
1886
Polish Chassidic rebbe and disciple of the Uman Breslov community, known for his mystical writings on prayer
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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
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- 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
Common Nicknames
Itzik
Itzy
Chatchi
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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.
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Are there other spellings for Yitzchok?
Related spellings include Yitzchak.
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.
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