Isiaha
Hebrew masculine name meaning "salvation of the Lord" or "the Lord is salvation".
Name Census estimates that about 346 living Americans carry the first name Isiaha. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Isiaha today is around 24 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Isiaha births was 1999 (28 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Isiaha. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
346
~ 1 in 990,619 Americans
Peak year
1999
28 babies that year
Average age
24
years old
2016 SSA rank
#12,965
Tracked since 1989
Popularity
Isiaha: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Isiaha from the 1980s through to the 2010s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 207 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Isiaha by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Isiaha during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Isiahas live
Origin
Meaning and history of Isiaha
The name Isiaha originates from the Hebrew language and culture, with its roots tracing back to ancient times. It is a variant spelling of the biblical name Isaiah, derived from the Hebrew words "Yesha'yahu" or "Yeshu'a Yah," meaning "Yahweh is salvation" or "salvation of Yahweh."
This name holds significant importance in the Judeo-Christian tradition as it was borne by the prophet Isaiah, one of the most prominent figures in the Old Testament. Isaiah's prophetic writings, known as the Book of Isaiah, are revered in both Judaism and Christianity for their profound spiritual insights and messianic prophecies.
The earliest recorded instance of the name Isiaha can be traced back to the 8th century BCE, when the prophet Isaiah lived during the reigns of the Judean kings Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah. His name and prophetic works are extensively referenced throughout the Hebrew Bible, particularly in the book that bears his name.
Throughout history, several notable figures have carried the name Isiaha or its variations. One such individual was Isiaha ben Abraham, a prominent Jewish philosopher and scholar who lived in the 12th century CE in Spain. He made significant contributions to the fields of Jewish philosophy and biblical exegesis.
Another notable bearer of the name was Isiaha Tanner, an African-American abolitionist, and minister who lived from 1781 to 1864. He was a prominent figure in the anti-slavery movement and actively worked to promote the cause of freedom for enslaved people in the United States.
In the realm of literature, Isiaha Berlin, a Russian-British philosopher and historian, left an indelible mark with his influential works on political theory and liberalism. He was born in 1909 and passed away in 1997.
The name Isiaha also found its way into the world of sports with Isiaha Thomas, an American professional basketball player who played for the Detroit Pistons in the NBA. He was born in 1961 and is widely regarded as one of the greatest point guards in basketball history, known for his tenacity and leadership on the court.
Lastly, Isiaha Mustafa, an American actor and comedian, has gained recognition for his work in television and film. Born in 1974, he is best known for his roles in shows like "The Parkers" and "Madea's Big Happy Family."
People
Isiaha + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Isiaha as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with I
Other first names starting with I with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Isiaha: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Isiaha?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 346 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Isiaha going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 990,619 US residents.
Is Isiaha a common name?
We classify Isiaha as "Very Rare". It ranks above 80.7% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 352 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Isiaha most popular?
The single biggest year for Isiaha was 1999, when 28 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Isiaha is about 24 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Isiaha a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Isiaha in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.