Find out how popular the first name Isaha has been for the last 14 years (from 1995 to 2008) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Isaha by gender

Based on the last 14 years of data, Isaha is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2008, there were 8 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Isaha.

The history of the first name Isaha

The name Isaha has its origins in the ancient Semitic languages spoken in the Middle East. It is believed to have derived from the Hebrew word "yasha" which means "to save" or "to deliver." The name's earliest known usage dates back to the biblical era, around the 6th century BCE.

In the Old Testament, Isaha is mentioned as the name of a descendant of Judah, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. This reference suggests that the name held significance within the Jewish community during that time period.

During the Middle Ages, the name Isaha gained popularity among Christians, particularly in Europe. It was often seen as a variant of the name Isaiah, which was derived from the Hebrew name of the biblical prophet Isaiah.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Isaha was Isaha of Tarsus, a 6th-century Byzantine monk and scholar. He is known for his contributions to the study of the Septuagint, the Greek translation of the Hebrew Bible.

In the 12th century, Isaha ben Yosef, a Jewish philosopher and poet from Andalusia, Spain, gained recognition for his work on ethics and mysticism.

Moving forward to the 16th century, Isaha Piri was a renowned Ottoman navigator and cartographer. He is best known for his world map, which was one of the earliest to depict the Americas accurately.

In the 19th century, Isaha de Navas was a Spanish military officer who played a significant role in the Peninsular War against Napoleon's forces.

Another notable figure was Isaha Monyo, a 20th-century Ugandan politician and diplomat who served as the first Vice President of Uganda after the country's independence in 1962.

While the name Isaha has its roots in the ancient Middle East and has been used throughout history, it remains relatively uncommon in modern times. However, it continues to carry a sense of historical and cultural significance, particularly within certain religious and ethnic communities.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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