Isse
Isse is a Muslim boy name of Somali form of Arabic ʿĪsā origin, meaning “Jesus, Prophet of God”.
| Meaning | Jesus, Prophet of God |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Somali form of Arabic ʿĪsā |
| Written as | عيسى |
| Pronunciation | EE-seh |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Somalia, Djibouti, Ethiopia, Kenya |
Meaning and origin of Isse
Somali spelling uses the letter 'c' for the Arabic ʿayn, so Jesus's Quranic name ʿĪsā appears as Ciise. English speakers usually write it Isse, and the ending has drifted to an 'e' sound. The name gets an extra boost from a large Somali clan that is also called Ciise. As a result, Isse turns up constantly as a first name and as a surname throughout the Somali world.
Is Isse a Muslim name?
Somali families honour the Prophet Isa through this local form of his Quranic name.
How popular is Isse?
Somalis across Somalia, Djibouti, Ethiopia, Kenya and the wider diaspora carry it.
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Spellings and variants of Isse
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Isse mean?
Isse means 'Jesus, Prophet of God'. It is of Somali form of Arabic ʿĪsā origin.
Is Isse a Muslim name?
Somali families honour the Prophet Isa through this local form of his Quranic name.
How do you pronounce Isse?
Isse is pronounced EE-seh.
Is Isse a boy or girl name?
Isse is usually a boy name.