Holding steady.
Popularity of Issaih since 1995
Babies named Issaih per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 29 |
| 2000s | 82 |
| 2010s | 6 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Issaih is a modern respelling of Isaiah, a name with deep biblical roots meaning 'God is salvation.' While the traditional spelling Isaiah has been a top 100 name for boys in the United States for decades, Issaih first appeared in records in 1995, reflecting a trend toward unique spellings in the 1990s and 2000s. Its peak year was 2002, though it has never entered the top 1000. The name has a stable trajectory in recent years, suggesting a steady but niche usage. Issaih is part of a broader pattern of creative adaptations of classic names, such as Aaliyah and Josiah, and remains a distinctive choice.
Issaih is a modern respelling of Isaiah, a name derived from the Hebrew Yesha'yahu, meaning 'God is salvation.' Isaiah was a major prophet in the Hebrew Bible, and the name has been widely used among Christians and Jews. This variant spelling emerged in the late 20th century as part of a trend of creative name spellings.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Izzy, Zay
Sibling names for Issaih
Names that share Issaih's style, for a brother or sister.
