UK boy's name
Isaack
A masculine name of Hebrew origin that means "he will laugh".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2020. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Isaack is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Isaack popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2020 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4608, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2020, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2020 to 2020. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Isaack is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Isaack. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2021 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Isaack ranked #4608 for boys in England and Wales in 2020, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2020, when 3 boys were registered as Isaack.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Isaack as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4608
2020
Births in 2020
3
Latest year
Peak year
2020
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Isaack mean?
The name Isaack has its origins in the Hebrew language and culture, specifically in the biblical name Yitzchak (Isaac), which means "he laughs" or "he will rejoice." The name is derived from the Hebrew root words "tzehok" (laughter) and "tzachak" (to laugh or rejoice).
The name Isaack first appeared in the biblical book of Genesis, where it was given to the son of Abraham and Sarah, who was born when both parents were already advanced in age. The birth of Isaac was a cause for rejoicing and laughter, hence the meaning of his name.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Isaack is in the King James Version of the Bible, published in 1611. In this translation, the name is spelled "Isaac," but variations like "Isaack" were also common during that period.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Isaack or its variations. One of the most famous is Sir Isaac Newton (1642-1727), the English mathematician, physicist, astronomer, and natural philosopher, who formulated the laws of motion and laid the foundations for classical mechanics.
Another prominent figure with this name is Isaac Bashevis Singer (1902-1991), a Polish-American writer and Nobel Prize laureate in Literature, known for his works exploring Jewish culture and tradition.
In the realm of music, Isaac Stern (1920-2001) was a renowned American violinist and conductor, celebrated for his interpretations of classical repertoire and his promotion of music education.
Isaac Asimov (1920-1992), a Russian-American writer and professor of biochemistry, was a prolific author of science fiction and popular science books, including the influential "Foundation" series.
Lastly, Isaac Hayes (1942-2008) was an American singer, songwriter, actor, and record producer, best known for his Academy Award-winning theme song for the film "Shaft" and his influential contributions to the development of funk and soul music.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have carried the name Isaack or its variations throughout history, reflecting its enduring popularity and significance across various cultures and eras.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Isaack by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Isaack was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4608 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Isaack
- Isaac 49,129
- Ibrahim 14,115
- Ismail 4,679
- Isaiah 4,629
- Idris 3,810
- Ivan 3,146
- Isa 2,943
- Ian 2,805
- Ilyas 2,552
- Ieuan 2,515
- Ibraheem 2,384
- Ioan 2,295
FAQ
Isaack: questions and answers
How popular is the name Isaack in the UK right now?
In 2020, Isaack was ranked #4608 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Isaack most popular?
The peak year on record was 2020, with 3 babies registered as Isaack in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Isaack?
A masculine name of Hebrew origin that means "he will laugh".
How many people are called Isaack in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Isaack across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.