Isaiah
Isaiah is a Christian boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning “God is salvation”.
| Meaning | God is salvation |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | יְשַׁעְיָהוּ |
| Pronunciation | eye-ZAY-uh |
| Tradition | Christian, Jewish |
| Used in | United States, Canada |
Meaning and origin of Isaiah
Isaiah comes from Hebrew Yeshayahu, 'salvation of God' or 'God is salvation', from the root behind Joshua and Jesus. Isaiah was the eighth-century BCE prophet of Jerusalem whose book is among the most quoted in the Bible, including famous passages on peace and on 'a child is born'. The Puritans used the name, and it has become very popular in the United States, especially among Black and Hispanic families.
Is Isaiah a Christian name?
Isaiah is one of the major prophets of the Hebrew Bible; in Christianity his prophecies are read as foretelling Christ, and Muslim tradition also honours him as Ishaya.
How popular is Isaiah?
Popular in the United States in recent decades.
Gifts with the name Isaiah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Isaiah mean?
Isaiah means 'God is salvation'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Isaiah a Christian name?
Isaiah is one of the major prophets of the Hebrew Bible; in Christianity his prophecies are read as foretelling Christ, and Muslim tradition also honours him as Ishaya.
How do you pronounce Isaiah?
Isaiah is pronounced eye-ZAY-uh.
Is Isaiah a boy or girl name?
Isaiah is usually a boy name.