Yitzhak
Meaning of Yitzhak
Yitzhak is a masculine Hebrew name derived from the verb tzachak, meaning “he will laugh,” and is closely associated with the biblical patriarch Isaac, son of Abraham and Sarah, whose miraculous birth underscored a promise of faith and perseverance. Pronounced yit-ZHAK (/jitˈzɑk/) in Hebrew, the name has retained a modest but steady presence in the United States over recent decades, registering between five and sixteen newborns annually and generally ranking in the mid-900s. With its deep historical roots and clear linguistic resonance, Yitzhak presents a blend of venerable tradition and distinctive character, appealing to families who value both cultural heritage and a name that stands apart from more common choices.
Pronunciation
Hebrew
- Pronunced as yit-ZHAK (/jitˈzɑk/)
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Notable People Named Yitzhak
| Yitzhak Rabin was an Israeli general and prime minister who served two terms before his assassination in 1995. |
| Yitzhak Shamir was an Israeli politician who served two terms as Israel's seventh prime minister and previously led the Zionist militant group Lehi. |
| Yitzhak Yosef is an Israeli Haredi rabbi and former Sephardi Chief Rabbi of Israel. |
| Yitzhak Navon was an Israeli politician and writer who served as Israel's first Sephardi president from 1978 to 1983. |
| Yitzhak Sadeh was a Palmach commander and one of the founders of the Israel Defense Forces. |
| Yitzhak Mordechai is a former Israeli general and politician who served as defense and transport minister before retiring following sexual assault charges. |
| Yitzhak Artzi was an Israeli politician who served in the Knesset from 1984 to 1988. |
