Isay
Meaning of Isay
Isay (pronounced ee-SAY, /iˈseɪ/) constitutes a masculine given name derived via English adaptation from the Hebrew Yeshayahu—more commonly rendered in Anglo-American contexts as Isaiah—imbuing it with the theological meaning “Yahweh is salvation” and associations of prophetic authority and spiritual refuge. Though orthographically minimalistic compared to its longer cognates, Isay’s phonetic precision and concise form have affirmed its selective appeal among a niche of parents favoring names that combine historical depth with modern brevity. Data from the U.S. Social Security Administration reveal that, between 2002 and 2015, the name achieved annual occurrences of five to eleven newborns, securing rankings that fluctuated narrowly from 810th to 908th place, a pattern that underscores its consistent yet limited presence within the broader landscape of Anglo-American naming practices. By maintaining this low-frequency stability, Isay exemplifies a rare balance between enduring cultural heritage and contemporary naming preferences.
Pronunciation
- Pronunced as ee-SAY (/iˈseɪ/)
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