Find out how popular the first name Isen has been for the last 13 years (from 2008 to 2020) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Isen by gender

Based on the last 13 years of data, Isen is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2020, there were 6 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Isen.

The history of the first name Isen

The name Isen is believed to have originated from the Old Norse language, which was spoken by the Norse people who inhabited Scandinavia and parts of modern-day Germany, France, and the British Isles during the Viking Age, roughly between the 8th and 11th centuries. Isen is derived from the Old Norse word "ísarn," which means "iron" or "made of iron."

In ancient Norse mythology, iron was considered a sacred metal and was often associated with strength, durability, and resilience. The name Isen may have been given to children with the hope that they would possess these qualities or to honor the importance of iron in Norse culture and warfare.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Isen can be found in the Icelandic Sagas, which are a collection of medieval Norse literature written in the 13th and 14th centuries. These sagas often mention characters with names derived from Old Norse words, including Isen.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Isen. One of the earliest recorded was Isen the Bold (c. 950 - 1015), a Viking warrior and explorer who is said to have sailed to Greenland and North America, predating the voyages of Leif Erikson. Another notable figure was Isen the Wise (c. 1050 - 1120), a renowned Norse scholar and poet who contributed to the preservation of Old Norse literature and mythology.

During the Middle Ages, the name Isen was also used in various parts of Europe, particularly in regions with strong Norse influence. One notable example is Isen von Kirchberg (c. 1230 - 1290), a German knight and crusader who participated in the Sixth Crusade to the Holy Land.

In more recent times, the name Isen has been less common, but there have been a few noteworthy individuals who have carried it. One example is Isen Almeida (1901 - 1986), a Brazilian novelist and playwright who was known for his works depicting the lives of rural communities in northeastern Brazil.

Another individual with the name Isen was Isen Müller (1919 - 2005), a German artist and sculptor who was known for his abstract and minimalist works. His sculptures can be found in public spaces and museums around the world.

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