Issa

Hebrew

"Salvation of the Lord"

Issa Origin and Meaning

The name Issa is a boy's name.

Issa is a masculine name with multicultural origins. In Arabic culture, it is the name for Jesus (prophet Isa in Islam) and means 'God is salvation.' It also appears in Slavic languages as a diminutive of names like Isidor. In Japanese, Issa can be a given name meaning 'one tea' or was famously the pen name of the poet Kobayashi Issa. The name's brevity and melodic quality have contributed to its growing international appeal. Issa has gained popularity in recent decades, especially in Muslim communities and among parents seeking short, meaningful names with cross-cultural significance. Its simplicity makes it easy to pronounce across different languages, adding to its global accessibility while maintaining cultural richness.

Popularity of the name Issa

• 618 Unique 2023
• 299 Unisex 2023
• 539 England 2023
• 81 France 2023

Famous People Named Issa

• Twaimz (real name Issa) Viner and YouTuber
• Issa Thompson rapper