Isaiah is a name of Hebrew origin that means "God is salvation". It is derived from the Hebrew word "Yisha'yah", which consists of two elements: "Yah" meaning "God" and "sha'yah" meaning "salvation". The name Isaiah has a rich history in the Bible, as it is the name of one of the major prophets in the Old Testament. He was known for his prophecies about the coming of the Messiah and the establishment of God's kingdom on earth. Throughout history, the name Isaiah has been popular among Christians due to its biblical significance, and it continues to be a beloved name today.
The name Isiah has had a varied history of popularity over the years in the United States, with a significant increase in usage from the late 1980s onwards.
From 1880 to 1970, the number of babies named Isiah remained relatively low and fluctuating, ranging from a low of 6 births in 1965 to a high of 90 births in 1964. However, starting from 1971, there was a noticeable increase in its usage.
In 1987, the number of babies named Isiah jumped significantly to 205 births, marking the beginning of a period of increased popularity for the name. This trend continued throughout the late 1980s and early 1990s, reaching an all-time high of 797 births in the year 2000.
The popularity of Isiah peaked around the turn of the century but has since declined steadily. In recent years, the number of babies named Isiah has hovered around 130-150 births annually, with a total of 24,436 babies bearing this name over the entire period from 1880 to 2023.
While the popularity of Isiah as a baby boy's name has waxed and waned over time in the United States, it has nevertheless maintained a consistent presence throughout history.