Isaiah: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: e-e-sa-he-e
Origin: Israel
gender-male

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Updated on Aug 14, 2024 · 2 mins read
Region Origin: Western Asia
Meaning: Salvation of the Lord

Isaiah is a masculine name of Hebrew origin, meaning "salvation of the Lord". It is derived from the Hebrew phrase "Yeshayahu," which means "God saves". The name is most notably shared with the prophet Isaiah, who is a significant figure in both Jewish and Christian traditions. The name Isaiah has its roots in the biblical Book of Isaiah, which is named after the prophet who is believed to have written it. The prophet Isaiah lived in the 8th century BC in Jerusalem, a time when the Kingdom of Judah was threatened by Assyria. As a name, Isaiah is popular in various forms across different languages and cultures, and it has been used as an English Christian name since the Protestant Reformation.

Isaiah Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Isaiah is currently #283 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Isaiah is currently #283 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Isaiah is currently #102 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Isaiah is currently #102 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Isaiah is currently #280 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Isaiah is currently #280 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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Famous People Named Isaiah

This section lists notable individuals and public figures named Isaiah, showcasing their achievements and contributions in various fields.

  • Isaiah Washington: Isaiah Washington is an American actor known for his roles in "Grey's Anatomy," "Romeo Must Die," and "The 100."
  • Isaiah Mustafa: Isaiah Mustafa is an American actor and former NFL player known for his role in the Old Spice television commercials and for his role in "Shadowhunters."
  • Isaiah Rashad: Isaiah Rashad is an American rapper and songwriter known for his work with Top Dawg Entertainment and his albums "The Sun's Tirade" and "The House Is Burning."
  • Isaiah Firebrace (born 1999): An Australian singer who won the eighth season of "The X Factor Australia" and represented Australia in the Eurovision Song Contest 2017.
  • Isaiah Morgan (born 2003): An American football player who gained prominence as the first openly gay player drafted by an NFL team, advocating for LGBTQ+ rights and representation in sports.

 

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