Isiah
Meaning of Isiah
The name Isiah, pronounced eye-ZY-uh (/aɪˈzaɪə/), is a male given name of Hebrew origin, meaning "God is salvation." It is a variation of the more commonly known Isaiah. The name has biblical roots, associated with the prophet Isaiah from the Old Testament, who played a significant role in Jewish and Christian traditions. In the United States, Isiah has seen fluctuating popularity over the years, ranking as high as 336th in 2001 and experiencing its peak usage in earlier decades such as the 1950s and 1960s. Despite its variations in rank, Isiah remains a timeless choice for parents seeking a name with deep historical and spiritual significance.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as eye-ZY-uh (/aɪˈzaɪə/)
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Notable People Named Isiah
| Isiah Lord Thomas III, also known as "Zeke," is a former professional basketball player, coach, and philanthropist, known for his career with the Detroit Pistons and his induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. |
| Isiah Pacheco, also known as "Pachinko Machine," is an American football running back for the Kansas City Chiefs who won Super Bowl LVII in his rookie season. |
| Isiah Whitlock Jr. is a well-known American actor recognized for his role as corrupt state senator Clay Davis on The Wire and for his collaborations with Spike Lee. |
