Isa
Isa is a Muslim boy name of Arabic (Quranic), from Aramaic/Hebrew origin, meaning “Jesus, Prophet of God”.
| Meaning | Jesus, Prophet of God |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic (Quranic), from Aramaic/Hebrew |
| Written as | عيسى |
| Pronunciation | EE-sah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Isa
Muslims know Jesus son of Mary as ʿĪsā, and Isa is that Quranic name in English letters. Islam honours him among the greatest prophets, calling him al-Masīḥ, the Messiah, and describing him as a word sent from God. Behind the Arabic stands Yeshua, an Aramaic and Hebrew name understood as 'God saves'. Families across the globe give it to sons out of devotion to him, and Muslims believe he will one day return.
Is Isa a Muslim name?
Honouring a beloved prophet, Isa has been a staple of Muslim naming in every century and region. The Quran says: 'O Mary, indeed Allah gives you good tidings of a word from Him, whose name will be the Messiah, Jesus, son of Mary' (Quran 3:45).
How popular is Isa?
Every Muslim region knows it, with local forms such as Issa in West Africa and Arab lands, Ciise in Somalia and İsa in Turkey.
Gifts with the name Isa
- Isa name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Isa baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Isa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Isa mean?
Isa means 'Jesus, Prophet of God'. It is of Arabic (Quranic), from Aramaic/Hebrew origin.
Is Isa a Muslim name?
Honouring a beloved prophet, Isa has been a staple of Muslim naming in every century and region. The Quran says: 'O Mary, indeed Allah gives you good tidings of a word from Him, whose name will be the Messiah, Jesus, son of Mary' (Quran 3:45).
How do you pronounce Isa?
Isa is pronounced EE-sah.
Is Isa a boy or girl name?
Isa is usually a boy name.