Ishaaq

Ishaaq is a masculine name of Arabic and Hebrew origin, representing a variant transcription of Isaac (Ishaq in Arabic). The name carries profound significance in Abrahamic religions as Isaac was the son of Abraham and Sarah in biblical and Quranic traditions. Meaning 'he laughs' or 'he will laugh' in Hebrew, the name references Sarah's laughter upon learning she would bear a child in her old age. This spelling variation is primarily used in Muslim communities, particularly in South Asian, Middle Eastern, and East African regions. While maintaining the same essential meaning as Isaac, the spelling Ishaaq more closely reflects the Arabic pronunciation. The name symbolizes joy, divine blessing, and faithfulness, connecting its bearers to important religious heritage across multiple faith traditions.

Pronounced ish-AHK.

As of October 2026, Ishaaq ranked #8506 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #5711 in 2022.