Izac

“he will laugh”

Israel origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#6674US 2023

13Births / yr

↑Rising

727All-time births

📅 Since 198900

What does Izac mean and where does it come from?

Izac is a modern variant of the traditional name Isaac (יִצְחָק), which is rooted in Hebrew culture and is one of the biblical patriarchs. The name signifies joy and mirth, reflecting a significant theme in Jewish tradition and history. It has been particularly popular among Jewish communities world

Cultural significance

Izac has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Israel-speaking communities, where it reflects values of he will laugh.

Peak popularity

Reached #2362 in 2002 — currently #6674 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Izac?

Izac works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Izac Grace

How popular is Izac right now?

Rising fast — up 1308 spots — currently #6674 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#6674 · Top 4.9%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6674	13	▲ up 1308 · +30% births
2022	#7982	10	▼ down 2348 · -37% births
2021	#5634	16	▲ up 2027 · +60% births
2020	#7661	10	▼ down 2686 · -47% births
2015	#4975	19	▼ down 1622 · -42% births
2010	#3353	33	▼ down 197
2005	#3156	33	▼ down 638 · -13% births
2000	#2518	38	▲ up 2227 · +192% births
1995	#4745	13	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Izac

Best Year2000Rank #2518

Peak Count38

Average Rank#5189

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1995 - 20239 years

The story of Izac

Izac is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1989. With 727 total births recorded, Izac remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4745 in 1995, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #6674 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Izac in 2002:

Jacob Michael Joshua Matthew Ethan

Izac by decade

Izac peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	5
1990s	124
2000s ★	374
2010s	214
2020s	10

💎Izac has only 727 total recorded births since 1989 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Izac?

Common

IzIzieIzy

What names sound and feel like Izac?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Izac also consider these

Izzac

Israel · Laughter; he will

Izaac

Israel · Hebrew

Iszac

Israel · he will laugh

Izar

Basque Country · Star

Izan

Basque Country · To be

Common questions about the name Izac

What does the name Izac mean?

Izac means "he will laugh" — a name rooted in Israel tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Izac?

Izac is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Izac have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Izac?

Izac originates from Israel tradition. Israel names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Izac trending right now?

Izac is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Izac a common or rare name?

Izac is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.