Isaac: name meaning and origin

Isaac

he will laugh

Hebrew · Boy · 2 syllables

Isaac is a Hebrew name meaning "he will laugh". It has 2 syllables, stressed on I, and is traditionally a boy's name.

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Sibling names for Isaac

  • Isaac & Abigail Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Isaac & Asher Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Isaac & Eden Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Isaac & Naomi Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Isaac & Noemi Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Isaac & Beatrice Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Isaac & Felix Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Isaac & Hope Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.

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Questions about Isaac

What does the name Isaac mean?

Isaac is a Hebrew name meaning "he will laugh".

How many syllables are in Isaac?

Isaac has 2 syllables (I-saac), with the stress usually on "I".

Is Isaac a boy's or girl's name?

Isaac is traditionally a boy's name.