Rising since 2019, #13,208 for girls today.
Popularity of Isys since 1998
Babies named Isys per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 12 |
| 2000s | 186 |
| 2010s | 106 |
| 2020s | 26 |
Meaning & origin
Isys is an exceptionally rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1998. With a rank of 13,208 in 2025, it is given to only about 1 in every 267,878 newborns. The name saw its highest usage in 2005, but after a period of decline, it has been rising again since 2019. Its precise origins are unclear; while it resembles the ancient Egyptian name Isis, the spelling with a 'y' suggests it is likely a contemporary invention rather than a direct borrowing. Isys has not been recorded in any top state rankings, reflecting its scattered, low-frequency use. As a modern coinage without deep etymological roots, it offers a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name that feels both fresh and uncommon.
Isys is a modern coinage that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1998. It may be a respelling of the ancient Egyptian name Isis, the name of a major goddess, but given its recent emergence and spelling, it is more likely a fashionable invention influenced by the popular suffix -ys found in names like Mays or Kays. The name remains rare, with no clear etymological roots outside of English naming trends.
“Isys” around the world
Where Isys lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
10
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Izzy
Sibling names for Isys
Names that share Isys's style, for a brother or sister.
