Holding steady.
Popularity of Isaul since 1979
Babies named Isaul per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 10 |
| 1980s | 30 |
| 1990s | 48 |
| 2000s | 39 |
| 2010s | 25 |
| 2020s | 11 |
Meaning & origin
Isaul is a rare American name first recorded in 1979. Its origin is unclear, but it may be a variant of Ismael or an invented name. The name reached its peak usage in 1988, with a stable trajectory in the decades since. It has never appeared in national ranking lists, reflecting its uncommon but persistent use. No top states are recorded, indicating its rarity across the country. Parents drawn to Isaul often appreciate its unique sound and connection to biblical names like Ismael.
Isaul is a rare given name first recorded in the United States in 1979. Its origin is uncertain. It may have emerged as a spelling variation of Ismael or Isaias, or as a modern invented name combining the popular prefix 'Isa-' with a fashionable suffix. The name has seen limited but stable use since the 1980s, never entering the top 1000.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Izzy, Saul
Sibling names for Isaul
Names that share Isaul's style, for a brother or sister.
