The nameIsa
Isa is a name given to boys and girls.
- Unisex name
- Arabic
Meaning
For boys it is the Arabic and Turkish form of Jesus, from the Hebrew Yeshua, "God saves"; for girls it is a short form of Isabelle.
Origin
Arabic, or a French short form.
History
In France it was mostly given in the 2000s and 2010s.
Popularity of the name Isa
Isa in France
Isa was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 210 births over the decade, 28% of all recorded babies named Isa. Its rise began around 1920, and it peaked in 2024. Half of all babies named Isa in France were born before 2006, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 21 births a year.
Variants and related names
Isa in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Isa mean?
For boys it is the Arabic and Turkish form of Jesus, from the Hebrew Yeshua, "God saves"; for girls it is a short form of Isabelle.
What is the origin of the name Isa?
Arabic, or a French short form.
Is Isa a girl's or a boy's name?
Isa is a unisex name, given to both girls and boys.
What are the variants of the name Isa?
Variants and related names of Isa include Isabelle.