Declining since 2008, #4,396 for boys today.
Popularity of Izak since 1984
Babies named Izak per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 26 |
| 1990s | 266 |
| 2000s | 865 |
| 2010s | 511 |
| 2020s | 173 |
Meaning & origin
Izak is a rare masculine given name, typically considered a spelling variant of Isaac. In the United States, it first appeared on record in 1984, and its peak year of use was 2005, when it reached its highest rank. Since 2008, its usage has been declining, reflecting the broader trend of parents favoring the more standard Isaac spelling. As of 2025, Izak ranked 4,396th, with an estimated 1 in 74,264 boys receiving the name. This places it among the more uncommon biblical variants, with a niche but recognizable sound. The name has no strong historical or cultural associations independent of Isaac, and its appeal often lies in its streamlined, zippy spelling.
Izak is a spelling variant of Isaac, derived from the Hebrew name Yitzchaq, meaning 'he will laugh' or 'laughter.' Isaac is a patriarchal figure in the Bible, and the name has been widely used across Jewish, Christian, and Muslim cultures. The spelling Izak is particularly common in parts of Europe, such as Poland and the Netherlands, as a localized form. In the United States, Izak has seen sporadic use since the 1980s, never reaching widespread popularity.
“Izak” around the world
Where Izak lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
50
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ike, Zak
Sibling names for Izak
Names that share Izak's style, for a brother or sister.
