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Isa

Unisex Arabic #2249 in 2023

Isa is a unisex name of Arabic origin.

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Meaning of Isa

Isa is a Classical Arabic name which is the name of Jesus in the Quran.

Popularity of Isa

Popularity, 1880–2023
253 births in 2023
1880 2023

5,881 U.S. births recorded from 1880–2023. Used for both boys and girls — see notes below.

Peak year
2023
253 babies
First recorded
1880
Earliest SSA data
Recent trend
Steady
Last 5 yrs vs. prior 5

Prophet

عِيسَى

ʿīsā

Isa (Jesus) is the Messiah, son of Maryam, born miraculously without a father. He spoke from the cradle, performed miracles by God’s permission, and received the Injil (Gospel). Muslims await his return before the end of time.

From the Qur’an

"The angels said, ‘O Maryam, indeed Allah gives you good tidings of a word from Him, whose name will be the Messiah, Isa, son of Maryam — distinguished in this world and the Hereafter and among those brought near [to Allah].’"

— Qur’an, Al-Imran 3:45

"[Isa] said, ‘Indeed, I am the servant of Allah. He has given me the Scripture and made me a prophet.’"

— Qur’an, Maryam 19:30

Jesus / Isa / Yeshua

Isa is honored in Islam as a prophet and Messiah, born of Maryam. Yeshua is the Aramaic form used in the gospels; Jesus comes through Greek Iēsous.

Related guide

30 Quranic Baby Names for Boys and Girls (With Verses)

30 names drawn from the Qur’an — prophets, named and referenced women, and meaningful Arabic concepts — each with its verse reference and classical meaning.

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Popularity counts come from the U.S. Social Security Administration's national dataset. Summary adapted from Wikipedia under CC BY-SA 4.0. If you spot an error, please let us know.