Issaac
boy nameIssaac entered the US charts in 1978, peaked at #3630 in 1983, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1978–2025
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rank today
#3630
peak (1983)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5059 |
| 1980s | #5598 |
| 1990s | #7424 |
| 2000s | #8790 |
| 2010s | #9895 |
| 2020s | #12176 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Issaac are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Issaac alive today was born around 1998, making them about 27 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Issaac in 2025?
- Issaac is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Issaac most popular?
- Issaac peaked in 1983, reaching #3630 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Issaac with classmates?
- Issaac will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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