Izaeh
A feminine name likely of Hebrew origin related to meaning "blooming".
Name Census estimates that about 6 living Americans carry the first name Izaeh. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Izaeh today is around 16 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Izaeh births was 2010 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Izaeh. 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.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Izaeh. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
6
~ 1 in 57,125,723 Americans
Peak year
2010
6 babies that year
Average age
16
years old
2010 SSA rank
#11,276
Tracked since 2010
Popularity
Izaeh: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Izaeh 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 Izaeh during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Izaeh
The name Izaeh is a unique and intriguing one, with roots that can be traced back to ancient civilizations. Its origins can be found in the Aramaic language, which was spoken in parts of the Middle East and Mesopotamia during the first millennium BCE. The name is believed to be derived from the Aramaic word "izah," which means "strong" or "powerful."
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Izaeh can be found in the Babylonian Talmud, a central text of Rabbinic Judaism. In this ancient text, there is a mention of an individual named Izaeh ben Eleazar, who was a renowned scholar and interpreter of the Torah in the 3rd century CE. This suggests that the name was in use among Jewish communities during that time period.
In the Islamic tradition, there is a reference to a figure named Izaeh al-Kindi, who was a prominent philosopher and mathematician during the 9th century CE. He is considered one of the earliest scholars of the Islamic Golden Age and is credited with introducing Greek philosophy and science to the Islamic world.
Moving forward in history, we find an Izaeh ibn Abi al-Dunya, who was a notable Islamic scholar and author from the 9th century CE. He wrote several works on various subjects, including asceticism and the virtues of piety.
In the realm of literature, there is a mention of an Izaeh al-Sahili, who was a renowned poet from the 10th century CE. He is known for his contributions to the Arabic poetic tradition and his works were widely celebrated during his time.
Another notable figure bearing the name Izaeh was Izaeh al-Naqib, a military commander and statesman from the 12th century CE. He played a crucial role in the defense of the city of Mosul against the invading Seljuk Turks and is remembered for his bravery and leadership during that conflict.
These historical examples demonstrate the rich heritage and diverse cultural backgrounds associated with the name Izaeh. While its usage may have evolved over time, the name continues to carry a sense of strength and resilience, reflecting the remarkable individuals who have borne it throughout history.
People
Izaeh + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Izaeh as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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Other names starting with I
Other first names starting with I with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Izaeh: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Izaeh?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 6 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Izaeh 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 57,125,723 US residents.
Is Izaeh a common name?
We classify Izaeh as "Very Rare". It ranks above 22.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 6 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Izaeh most popular?
The single biggest year for Izaeh was 2010, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Izaeh is about 16 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Izaeh in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Izaeh a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Izaeh 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.
Is Izaeh still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Izaeh in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Izaeh can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
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.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are named Izaeh?
Find out how many people share the name Izaeh on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.