Issa

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
The meaning of Issa varies depending on the culture. It can mean "Jesus" in Arabic and "to save" in Swahili. It is also a variant of the name Isaac, meaning "laughter" in Hebrew.
Scripts(How to write)
Issa can be written in Arabic as عيسى and in Hebrew as יִצְחָק.
عيسى(Arabic)
Pronunciation
EE-suh (Arabic) or EYE-suh (Hebrew).
‘EE-sa
Popularity
Issa is a moderately popular name in various countries. In the United States, it ranks #1,183 for boys and #9,141 for girls. It is more popular in France, where it ranks #78 for boys.

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Issa Name meanings & History

Issa has roots in several cultures, including Arabic, African, and Hebrew. The meaning of Issa varies depending on the culture. It can mean "Jesus" in Arabic and "to save" in Swahili. It is also a variant of the name Isaac, meaning "laughter" in Hebrew. Alternate transcription of Arabic عيسى (see Isa 1). Issa is a versatile name that can be used for both boys and girls. It is popular among parents who want a name with a religious or cultural significance.

Zodiac Sign of Issa: I love you Taurus

Synonyms of Issa:

I: Indulgence,Intimate,Involved

S: Sex,Security,Solidity,Sensuality,Social Standing,Success,Status

A: Action,Angry,Aggressive,Assertive,Argumentative,Ambitious

Issa is:

  • a Informal name
  • a Natural name
  • a Refined name
  • a Simple name
  • a Strange name
  • a Wholesome name
  • a Youthful name

Famous People

Issa is not a very common name among famous people, but there are a few notable individuals with this name. Issa Rae is an American actress, writer, and producer known for her hit show "Insecure." Issa Hayatou is a former president of the Confederation of African Football. Issa Diop is a French soccer player who currently plays for West Ham United.

2.) Issa (Male)

Usage: African

Meanings: Salvation

Other Forms: Essa, Essah


3.) ISSA (Male)

Usage: African

Meanings: Salvation, protection. Swahili, E. Africa. (EE-SAH)


4.) Issa (Male)

Usage: Swahili

Meanings: (Swahili) God is our salvation.

Other Forms: Issah


5.) Issa (Unisex)

Usage: Japanese

Scripts: The name Issa can be written as عيسى in Arabic, イッサ in Japanese, and Issa in Latin script.
etc.(Japanese Kanji)
一咲,
一砂,
一颯,
要咲,

Pronunciation: EE-SAH
The pronunciation of Issa can vary depending on the language and origin. In English, it is typically pronounced EES-ah or EYE-sah.


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Cartoon of Issa

Description: Issa has multiple origins and meanings. It can be a variant of the biblical name Jesus or the Arabic name Eisa, both meaning "to save" or "God saves". It can also be a Japanese name meaning "one", "equal", or "alike". In Swahili, Issa means "God is salvation". From Japanese 一 (is) meaning "one" combined with 颯 (sa) meaning "the sound of the wind". Other kanji combinations are possible. Issa is used as a first name for boys and girls around the world, particularly in Christian, Muslim, and Japanese cultures.

Famous People

Famous people with the name Issa include Issa Rae, an American actress and writer, and Issa Hayatou, a Cameroonian former athlete and president of the Confederation of African Football.

6.) Issa (Female)

Usage: African

Meanings: Salvation

Other Forms: Essa, Essah


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