Isaiah
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Isaiah is a boy name of Hebrew origin meaning "Yahweh is salvation".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Hebrew
Religion
Christian / Jewish
Popularity
19 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
6 letters
Meaning
Yahweh is salvation
Etymology
Derived from the Hebrew name Yeshayahu (יְשַׁעְיָהוּ), meaning "Yahweh is salvation".
Famous People Named Isaiah
- Isaiah Berlin — Russo-British-Latvian Jewish social and political theorist, philosopher and historian of ideas (1909–1997)
- Isaiah Firebrace — Australian singer (born 1999)
- Isaiah Thomas — American basketball player
- Isaiah Mustafa — American actor and former NFL practice squad wide receiver
- Isaiah Bowman — American geographer (1878–1950)
Frequently Asked Questions About Isaiah
What does the name Isaiah mean?
Isaiah means "Yahweh is salvation", and is of Hebrew origin.
What is the origin of the name Isaiah?
Isaiah originates from Hebrew, commonly used in Middle East.
Is Isaiah a boy or girl name?
Isaiah is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Isaiah associated with?
Isaiah is associated with Christian / Jewish.
Are there famous people named Isaiah?
Yes — notable people named Isaiah include Isaiah Berlin (Russo-British-Latvian Jewish social and political theorist, 1909–1997), Isaiah Firebrace (Australian singer, born 1999), Isaiah Thomas (American basketball player), Isaiah Mustafa (American actor and former NFL practice squad wide receiver) and Isaiah Bowman (American geographer, 1878–1950).
Last updated: June 2026