Holding steady.
Popularity of Izzac since 1998
Babies named Izzac per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 14 |
| 2000s | 77 |
| 2010s | 96 |
| 2020s | 9 |
Meaning & origin
Izzac is a modern respelling of the ancient name Isaac, first recorded in the United States in 1998. While it has never broken into the top 1,000, its peak year was 2012, and its trajectory has been stable since the 2010s. The name's low frequency means no top states or one-in-N figure are available, reflecting its niche appeal. Parents drawn to Izzac often seek a phonetic twist on a classic, balancing tradition with individuality. The underlying Hebrew roots remain strong, connecting the name to a rich biblical heritage.
Izzac is a modern English respelling of Isaac, a name derived from the Hebrew Yitzchak (יִצְחָק), meaning 'he will laugh' or 'he laughs.' The name Isaac appears in the Old Testament as the son of Abraham and Sarah, and it has been a traditional name among Jewish, Christian, and Muslim communities for centuries. The spelling Izzac emerged in the late 20th century as part of a trend of phonetic or creative respellings, giving a familiar name a distinctive visual form.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Izzy, Zac, Ike
Sibling names for Izzac
Names that share Izzac's style, for a brother or sister.
