Holding steady, #10,695 for boys today.
Popularity of Isauro since 1922
Babies named Isauro per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 27 |
| 1950s | 10 |
| 1960s | 15 |
| 1970s | 24 |
| 1980s | 71 |
| 1990s | 86 |
| 2000s | 67 |
| 2010s | 40 |
| 2020s | 6 |
Meaning & origin
Isauro is a masculine name with roots in ancient Anatolia, possibly referring to the region of Isauria or the Greek name Isauros. In the United States, it has never been common: it first appeared on Social Security records in 1922, and its peak year of usage was 1989, though even then it remained rare. As of 2025, the name ranks 10,695th, with an incidence of roughly 1 in 284,679 newborns, indicating it continues to be a low-frequency choice. Its trajectory is stable, with no significant surge or decline in recent decades. While no states show particularly high usage, Isauro is most often encountered in Hispanic communities, reflecting its Spanish and Portuguese heritage.
Isauro likely derives from the ancient region of Isauria in Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey), whose inhabitants were known as Isauroi. The name may also be linked to the Greek name Isauros. It spread into Iberian and Italian naming traditions through early Christian usage, as Saint Isaurus was an Egyptian martyr venerated in the Catholic Church. In modern times, Isauro is primarily used in Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking countries.
Sibling names for Isauro
Names that share Isauro's style, for a brother or sister.
