UK boy's name
Izaiyah
A masculine name of Hebrew origin meaning "salvation of the Lord".
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.
Izaiyah is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Izaiyah popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5119, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2013, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2013 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 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 6 living people in the UK are called Izaiyah. 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
- • Izaiyah ranked #5119 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2013, when 3 boys were registered as Izaiyah.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Izaiyah as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5119
2024
Births in 2024
3
Latest year
Peak year
2013
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Izaiyah mean?
The name Izaiyah is derived from the Hebrew name Isaiah, which means "Yahweh is salvation" or "Yahweh is my salvation". The name has its roots in the ancient Hebrew language and culture, and can be traced back to biblical times.
Isaiah was a prominent prophet in ancient Israel during the 8th century BC. His name is mentioned numerous times in the Old Testament, particularly in the Book of Isaiah, which bears his name and is considered one of the most influential prophetic books in the Bible. The Book of Isaiah contains many significant prophecies, including those about the coming of the Messiah.
The earliest recorded use of the name Isaiah can be found in the Old Testament. One of the most famous individuals with the name Isaiah was the prophet himself, who lived during the reign of King Hezekiah in the Kingdom of Judah. Other notable figures named Isaiah from ancient times include Isaiah ben Mali al-Astruk, a renowned Jewish philosopher and theologian from the 13th century.
Throughout history, the name Isaiah has been popular among various religious and cultural groups, particularly those with Jewish or Christian roots. Some notable individuals named Isaiah include:
1. Isaiah Berlin (1909-1997), a renowned British philosopher and historian of ideas. 2. Isaiah Thomas (1749-1831), an American patriot and newspaper publisher during the American Revolution. 3. Isaiah Mustafa, an American actor and former professional football player, best known for his role in the Old Spice commercials. 4. Isaiah Whitehead Jr., an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Rio Grande Valley Vipers in the NBA G League. 5. Isaiah Rashad, an American rapper and songwriter signed to Top Dawg Entertainment.
The name Izaiyah is a variant spelling of Isaiah, which has become more popular in recent years. While it retains the same Hebrew origins and meaning as Isaiah, the spelling variation adds a unique twist to the name. The name Izaiyah has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly among those with diverse backgrounds and a desire to honor the name's rich biblical heritage while embracing a more modern and distinctive spelling.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Izaiyah over time
The chart below shows babies named Izaiyah registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2013 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 Izaiyah, the clearest high point is 2013. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2024, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Izaiyah by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Izaiyah 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 | #5119 | 3 | 1 |
| 2010s | #4685 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Izaiyah
- 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
Izaiyah: questions and answers
How popular is the name Izaiyah in the UK right now?
In 2024, Izaiyah was ranked #5119 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Izaiyah most popular?
The peak year on record was 2013, with 3 babies registered as Izaiyah in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Izaiyah?
A masculine name of Hebrew origin meaning "salvation of the Lord".
How many people are called Izaiyah in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Izaiyah across the 2 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.