Boy name
Isa name meaning
“the name of Jesus in Islamic tradition”
Isa is a masculine name from Arabic ‘Īsā, the name of Jesus in Islamic tradition. The Arabic form ‘Īsā is used for Jesus in the Quran. Its deeper linguistic history is debated, while the name's given meaning refers to its connection with Jesus in that tradition.
What does Isa mean?
The name of Jesus in Islamic tradition
In Indonesian: nama Yesus dalam tradisi Islam
Origin and cultural usage of Isa
From Arabic ‘Īsā, the Quranic name for Jesus. The deeper history of the Arabic form is debated.
| Linguistic origin | Arabic |
|---|---|
| Naming tradition | Islamic |
| In Islamic history | The 25 Prophets |
| Starts with | I · Is |
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Isa in Islam and the Quran
Isa appears as a name in the Quran, for example in QS Al-Baqarah [2]: 87 and QS Ali Imran [3]: 45.
This describes the word and the name, not the religion of anyone who bears it.
Name combinations with Isa
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Isa, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Isa as a first name
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Isa Alif
Interpretation
May Isa begin life like the opening letter of an alphabet.Meaning of each word
- Isa: the name of Jesus in Islamic tradition
- Alif: first letter of the Arabic alphabet
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May Isa grow into a young man of lofty standing.Meaning of each word
- Isa: the name of Jesus in Islamic tradition
- Alwan: high, elevated in rank
- Ghulam: boy, young man
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May Isa begin life with virtue and excellence of character.Meaning of each word
- Isa: the name of Jesus in Islamic tradition
- Alief: first letter of the Arabic alphabet
- Fadillah: virtue, moral excellence
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Isa Zaidan
Interpretation
May Isa continue to increase and grow abundantly throughout life.Meaning of each word
- Isa: the name of Jesus in Islamic tradition
- Zaidan: increase, abundant growth
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May Isa continue to grow in gentleness throughout everyday life.Meaning of each word
- Isa: the name of Jesus in Islamic tradition
- Rifki: associated with gentleness
- Zidni: increase for me
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May Isa achieve victory with a willing and contented heart.Meaning of each word
- Isa: the name of Jesus in Islamic tradition
- Radi: content, satisfied or accepting
- Dhofir: one who achieves victory
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An image of Isa with dawn's first light opening the way to victory.Meaning of each word
- Isa: the name of Jesus in Islamic tradition
- Alfajar: the first light of dawn
- Fathi: associated with opening or victory
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May Isa be a visitor who knocks and brings generosity.Meaning of each word
- Isa: the name of Jesus in Islamic tradition
- Thariq: one who knocks; nighttime visitor
- Hisyam: generosity
Isa as a middle name
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May Isa grow spirited, with a naturally strong and determined disposition.Meaning of each word
- Hamam: resolute, energetic
- Isa: the name of Jesus in Islamic tradition
- Fitrah: innate disposition, original nature
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May Isa become a faithful guardian who always keeps promises.Meaning of each word
- Hafiz: guardian; one who memorizes the Quran
- Isa: the name of Jesus in Islamic tradition
- Aufa: more faithful, truer to promises
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May Isa become one who opens paths with fairness and impartiality.Meaning of each word
- Fatih: opener, conqueror
- Isa: the name of Jesus in Islamic tradition
- Adila: just, impartial
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May Isa make virtue the key to his journey through life.Meaning of each word
- Fadillah: virtue, moral excellence
- Isa: the name of Jesus in Islamic tradition
- Miftahul: the key of
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May Isa live a life filled with joy and goodness.Meaning of each word
- Sururi: associated with joy
- Isa: the name of Jesus in Islamic tradition
- Khairi: associated with goodness; charitable
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May Isa become a soldier who achieves success and victory.Meaning of each word
- Fauzul: success, attainment of victory
- Isa: the name of Jesus in Islamic tradition
- Askari: soldier or serviceman
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An image of Isa as a nighttime visitor bringing goodness.Meaning of each word
- Thoriq: a visitor arriving at night
- Isa: the name of Jesus in Islamic tradition
- Hasanul: the good or beautiful
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May Isa achieve victory with willingness and a sense of contentment.Meaning of each word
- Dhofir: one who achieves victory
- Isa: the name of Jesus in Islamic tradition
- Rezha: willing acceptance or contentment
Isa as a last name
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Aiman Isa
Interpretation
May Isa live a fortunate life filled with many blessings.Meaning of each word
- Aiman: fortunate, blessed; on the right
- Isa: the name of Jesus in Islamic tradition
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May Isa be one who knocks with a willing heart.Meaning of each word
- Rezha: willing acceptance or contentment
- Thariq: one who knocks; nighttime visitor
- Isa: the name of Jesus in Islamic tradition
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Shidqi Isa
Interpretation
May Isa grow honest and always hold firmly to truth.Meaning of each word
- Shidqi: truthful, committed to honesty
- Isa: the name of Jesus in Islamic tradition
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May Isa bring joyful news with a heart of purity.Meaning of each word
- Shofa: clarity, purity of heart
- Bachir: bearer of glad tidings
- Isa: the name of Jesus in Islamic tradition
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Bachir Isa
Interpretation
May Isa become a bearer of joyful news throughout life.Meaning of each word
- Bachir: bearer of glad tidings
- Isa: the name of Jesus in Islamic tradition
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May Isa continue to increase in the victories he achieves.Meaning of each word
- Zidni: increase for me
- Dhofir: one who achieves victory
- Isa: the name of Jesus in Islamic tradition
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Azmi Isa
Interpretation
May Isa go through life with firm and steadfast determination.Meaning of each word
- Azmi: firm resolve
- Isa: the name of Jesus in Islamic tradition
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Zikri Isa
Interpretation
May Isa always preserve remembrance throughout his journey through life.Meaning of each word
- Zikri: remembrance or recalling
- Isa: the name of Jesus in Islamic tradition
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How to pronounce Isa
| Syllables | 2 · 3 letters · 3-letter boy names |
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| IPA | /isa/ |
| Arabic script | عيسى |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦲꦶꦱ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮄᮞ |
Is Isa a boy’s name?
Yes, Isa is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 95% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Isa ranks #418 among boy names in our data sample (50 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Isa
Famous people named Isa
- Isa Bajaj · b. 1981
- Isa Subagja · b. 1954
- Isa Anshary Hanafi
- Isa Anshori
- Isa Ansori Lubis · b. 1960
- Isa Asadi · b. 1963
- Isa Firdaus · b. 1966
- Isa Gautama · b. 1976
- Isa Harahap · b. 1959
- Isa Mohamad · b. 1963
- Isa Muchsin · b. 1958
- Isa Nagib Edrus · b. 1957
FAQ about the name Isa
What is the meaning of Isa?
Isa means the name of Jesus in Islamic tradition. From Arabic ‘Īsā, the Quranic name for Jesus. The deeper history of the Arabic form is debated.
Is Isa a boy’s name?
Yes, Isa is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 95% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Isa?
Isa is of Arabic origin.
Is the name Isa in the Quran?
Isa appears as a name in the Quran, for example in QS Al-Baqarah [2]: 87 and QS Ali Imran [3]: 45.
How many syllables does Isa have?
Isa has 2 syllables (I-sa) and 3 letters.
How popular is the name Isa?
Isa ranks #418 among boy names in our data sample (50 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Isa?
Some ideas: Isa Alif; Hamam Isa Fitrah; Aiman Isa.
Famous people named Isa?
Notable people named Isa include Isa Bajaj, Isa Subagja, Isa Anshary Hanafi.
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