Isaac

Isaac Meaning & Origin

About Isaac
The name Isaac is of Hebrew origin and means "he will laugh" or "laughter." It is derived from the Hebrew word "Yitzchak," which comes from the root word "tsachaq," meaning to laugh or rejoice. The name Isaac is often associated with joy, happiness, and a sense of humor. It is a biblical name, borne by the son of Abraham and Sarah in the Old Testament, known for his birth being a source of laughter and joy to his parents.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Isaac are male.

Isaac Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has decreased by -3.86% over the past year.

Pronunciation

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🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
AY1 Z AH0 K
🌐 IPA
/ˈaɪzɪk/
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🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
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Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Isaac in Braille

Here's how to represent Isaac in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Isaac in braille

How to Spell the Name Isaac in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Isaac using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Isaac in sign language

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