Declining since 2009, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Issak since 1990
Babies named Issak per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 56 |
| 2000s | 242 |
| 2010s | 157 |
| 2020s | 40 |
Meaning & origin
Issak is a rare spelling of the classic biblical name Isaac, given to about 1 in 341,615 boys in 2025, ranking 12,008. Its peak popularity came in 2008, but since 2009 it has been on a downward trajectory. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1990, reflecting its modern variant usage. While Isaac remains a common choice, Issak offers a distinctive alternative for parents drawn to traditional Hebrew names with a contemporary twist.
Issak is a variant spelling of Isaac, derived from the Hebrew name Yitzchaq, meaning 'he will laugh' or 'he laughs.' The name originates from the biblical figure Isaac, the son of Abraham and Sarah, and is first recorded in English usage in the 16th century. The spelling Issak, while less common, appears in various cultures as an alternative transliteration.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Izzy, Ike
Sibling names for Issak
Names that share Issak's style, for a brother or sister.
