Find out how popular the first name Izeah has been for the last 27 years (from 1998 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Izeah by gender

Based on the last 27 years of data, Izeah is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 6 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Izeah.

The history of the first name Izeah

The given name Izeah appears to be a modern anglicized spelling of the Hebrew name Iziah or Iziya, derived from the Hebrew word "Yah" which means "God". It likely emerged in recent decades as a creative variation of more traditional forms like Isaiah, Elijah, and Josiah.

The name Iziah itself can be traced back to ancient Hebrew texts and biblical sources. It shares roots with the name Isaiah, one of the major prophets of the Old Testament whose book is included in the Hebrew Bible and Christian Old Testament. Isaiah lived in the 8th century BCE in the ancient Kingdom of Judah.

While Izeah is a relatively uncommon name, there are some historical figures who bore variations of the name Iziah or Iziya. One notable example is Iziya Ibn Hibal, a 10th century Jewish philosopher and writer from Cordoba, Spain. He was known for his works on Hebrew grammar and poetry.

Another historical figure with a similar name was Iziah Wall, a Native American leader of the Choctaw Nation in the early 19th century. He played a role in negotiations with the United States government during the forced relocation of Native American tribes known as the Trail of Tears.

In more recent times, Izeah has been used as a first name, though it remains relatively uncommon. One example is Izeah Jackson, an American professional basketball player who was born in 1994 and played for several teams in the NBA G League.

Another individual with the name Izeah is Izeah Nicholson, a British singer-songwriter and musician born in 1995. She has released several EPs and singles, and her music often explores themes of self-love and empowerment.

While not a widespread name throughout history, Izeah and its variations like Iziah and Iziya have persisted as unique names with roots in ancient Hebrew language and culture, carrying connotations of divine or spiritual significance.

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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