Isaac

Meaning & Origin

Isaac comes from the Hebrew Yitzchak, meaning “he will laugh,” tied to the biblical story where Sarah laughed upon learning she would bear a son in old age. Isaac is a patriarch in the Hebrew Bible, father of Jacob and Esau.

Popularity

Isaac has remained a solid, respected choice across the US and UK for decades, admired for its warm meaning and strong biblical roots.

Nicknames & Variations

• Ike
• Zac

Similar Names

• Jacob
• Noah
• Elijah
• Levi

Personality & Trivia

Isaac is often seen as warm and good-humored, a Hebrew name meaning “he will laugh,” carried by the biblical patriarch and son of Abraham. Its gentle meaning and long history have kept it a beloved classic.

Famous People Named Isaac

• Isaac Newton, physicist and mathematician
• Isaac Asimov, science fiction author
• Isaac, the biblical patriarch and son of Abraham and Sarah

Quick Facts

• Gender: Boy
• Origin: Hebrew
• Meaning: He will laugh
• Pronunciation: EYE-zik