UK boy's name
Isaak
He who laughs or rejoices; one who brings joy.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Isaak is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Isaak popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #1859, with 13 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2011, with 21 births.
This profile covers 359 England and Wales registrations across 29 recorded years from 1996 to 2024. 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.
The latest count is about 62% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 356 living people in the UK are called Isaak. 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 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Isaak ranked #1859 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 13 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2011, when 21 boys were registered as Isaak.
- • About 356 living people in the UK are estimated to have Isaak as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#1859
2024
Births in 2024
13
Latest year
Peak year
2011
21 births
Estimated living
356
2026
Meaning
What does Isaak mean?
The given name Isaak originated from the Hebrew name Yitzchak, which means "he laughs" or "he will laugh". It is derived from the Hebrew verb tzahak, meaning "to laugh". The name traces its roots back to the biblical patriarch Isaac, son of Abraham and Sarah, a prominent figure in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
The name Isaak appeared in ancient Hebrew texts and scriptures, including the Torah, the first five books of the Hebrew Bible. It is mentioned in the Book of Genesis, which details the life and struggles of Isaac, who was born to Abraham and Sarah in their old age, after being promised by God that they would have a son.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Isaak can be found in the ancient Hebrew texts, referring to the biblical figure Isaac. Throughout history, several notable figures have borne this name, including:
1. Isaac Newton (1642-1727), an English mathematician, physicist, astronomer, and natural philosopher, widely regarded as one of the most influential scientists of all time.
2. Isaac Asimov (1920-1992), a Russian-born American writer and professor of biochemistry, known for his works of science fiction and popular science books.
3. Isaac Bashevis Singer (1902-1991), a Polish-born Jewish-American writer and Nobel laureate in Literature, known for his short stories and novels depicting Jewish life in Poland and the United States.
4. Isaac Hayes (1942-2008), an American singer, songwriter, and actor, known for his influential work in the soul music genre and his iconic performance as the voice of Chef in the animated series South Park.
5. Isaac Stern (1920-2001), a Ukrainian-born American violinist and conductor, who made a significant contribution to the popularization of classical music in the United States.
The name Isaak has been used across various cultures and languages, with variations in spelling and pronunciation, such as Isaac, Izaak, and Itzak, among others. Its enduring presence throughout history reflects its significant cultural and religious roots, as well as its association with notable figures who have made lasting contributions in various fields.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Isaak over time
The chart below shows babies named Isaak registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Isaak, the clearest high point is 2011. The latest England and Wales figure is 13 births in 2024, compared with 21 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Isaak by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Isaak 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 | #2071 | 54 | 5 |
| 2010s | #1599 | 152 | 10 |
| 2000s | #1517 | 127 | 10 |
| 1990s | #1884 | 26 | 4 |
Notable bearers
Famous people named Isaak
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Isaak Davies
association football player
Welsh footballer
2001-
Related
Names similar to Isaak
- 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
Isaak: questions and answers
How popular is the name Isaak in the UK right now?
In 2024, Isaak was ranked #1859 for boys in England and Wales, with 13 births registered.
When was Isaak most popular?
The peak year on record was 2011, with 21 babies registered as Isaak in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Isaak?
He who laughs or rejoices; one who brings joy.
How many people are called Isaak in the UK?
A total of 359 babies have been registered as Isaak across the 29 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.