Iziah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Iziah is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'Yahweh is salvation'. It evolved from the biblical name Isaiah through Greek and Latin forms into modern usage. The name signifies salvation and has biblical relevance through the prophet Isaiah. It gained popularity in the late 20th century and is perceived as a modern variant of a respected traditional name.
The name Iziah is most popular in New Mexico, 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, Iziah 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, 'Iziah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7162nd out of 7545 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6723rd out of 7552 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6372nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2184th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3959th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Iziah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Iziah"
Pronunciation
/ɪˈzaɪə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Iziah is derived from the Hebrew name Isaiah, which means 'Yahweh is salvation'.
Meaning
salvation
Language Evolution
Hebrew: יְשַׁעְיָהוּ (Yeshayahu), Greek: Ἠσαΐας (Ēsaías), Latin: Isaiah, English: Isaiah
Biblical Background
The name is associated with the prophet Isaiah from the Hebrew Bible.
Historical Usage
Iziah gained popularity in the late 20th century as variations of the biblical name Isaiah became more common in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Isaiah, Isaias, Izaiah, Ziah
Modern Popularity & Image
Iziah is viewed as a modern and unique variation of a traditional biblical name, appealing to parents looking for distinctive names with spiritual significance.
Famous People
Iziah Johnson, a notable athlete, Iziah Walker, a recognized artist
📊 Iziah Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 80 peak births in 2008
Geographic Spread
Popular across 9 US states, with strongest presence in New Mexico
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Iziah"
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 "Iziah"
"Iziah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7162nd of 7545 | 6 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 6723rd of 7552 | 10 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6372nd of 16616 | 94 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2184th of 24088 | 884 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3959th of 23106 | 321 |
Regional Popularity of "Iziah" 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) |
57.14% 2618th/4582 |
46.05% 2378th/5164 |
30.59% 2237th/7313 |
30.51% 2277th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
50.69% 3458th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Iziah" 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 "Iziah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Iziah" 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.