Izayah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Izayah originates from the Hebrew name Yeshayahu, meaning 'Yahweh is salvation.' The name evolved through historical forms like Isaiah and has gained popularity in modern times due to its unique sound and biblical significance.
The name Izayah is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha 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, Izayah has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling 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, 'Izayah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9637th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1106th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1294th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Izayah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Izayah"
Pronunciation
/ɪˈzeɪə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Izayah is a variant of Isaiah, which comes from the Hebrew name Yeshayahu, meaning 'Yahweh is salvation.'
Meaning
Yahweh is salvation
Language Evolution
Yeshayahu, Isaiah, Izayah
Biblical Background
Izayah is derived from Isaiah, a significant prophet in the Hebrew Bible.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 20th century as variations of biblical names became more common.
Variants & Derivatives
Isaiah, Isiah, Izaiah
Modern Popularity & Image
Izayah is perceived as a modern and unique name, often favored for its biblical roots and contemporary sound.
Famous People
Izayah Williams, an emerging musician, Izayah Wright, a notable athlete
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Izayah"
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 "Izayah"
"Izayah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9637th of 16616 | 36 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1106th of 24088 | 2,407 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1294th of 23106 | 1,735 |
Regional Popularity of "Izayah" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
25.12% 1151st/4582 |
19.83% 1024th/5164 |
17.48% 1278th/7313 |
13.02% 972nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
31.58% 1258th/3984 |
44.06% 1977th/4487 |
21.47% 1465th/6822 |
16.92% 1062nd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Izayah" 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 "Izayah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Izayah" 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.