Issiah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Issiah is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'Yahweh is salvation.' It evolved from Yeshayah to modern forms including Isaiah and Issiah. The name is associated with traits of strength and faithfulness, particularly due to its biblical relevance as the name of a significant prophet.
The name Issiah is most popular in Washington, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Issiah has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Issiah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5870th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6076th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5506th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6766th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3940th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2045th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7060th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Issiah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Issiah"
Pronunciation
/ɪˈzeɪə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Issiah is derived from the Hebrew name Yeshayah, which means 'Yahweh is salvation.' The name is a combination of 'Yah' (a shortened form of Yahweh) and 'shah' (to save).
Meaning
salvation
Language Evolution
Yeshayah, Yeshaia, Isaiah, Issiah
Biblical Background
Issiah is related to the biblical prophet Isaiah, who is known for his prophecies about the coming of the Messiah.
Historical Usage
The name Isaiah gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the Protestant Reformation as biblical names became more favored.
Variants & Derivatives
Isaiah, Isiah, Ziah
Modern Popularity & Image
Issiah is currently viewed as a modern and unique name. It has gained traction in recent years, particularly in the United States.
Famous People
Isaiah Thomas (NBA player), Isaiah Washington (actor), Isaiah Mustafa (actor)
📊 Issiah Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 77 peak births in 1998
Geographic Spread
Popular across 9 US states, with strongest presence in Washington
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Issiah"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Issiah"
"Issiah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 5870th of 7545 | 17 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6076th of 6773 | 10 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5506th of 7552 | 23 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6766th of 10718 | 30 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3940th of 16616 | 206 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2045th of 24088 | 968 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7060th of 23106 | 136 |
Regional Popularity of "Issiah" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
53.79% 3398th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
56.22% 2576th/4582 |
37.41% 1932nd/5164 |
35.64% 2606th/7313 |
26.05% 1944th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Issiah" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Issiah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Issiah" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.