Isak

Hebrew

"laughter"

Isak Origin and Meaning

The name Isak is a boy's name.

Isak is a Scandinavian and Eastern European variant of Isaac, a name with ancient Hebrew origins meaning 'he will laugh' or 'he will rejoice.' This spelling is particularly common in Sweden, Norway, Finland, and parts of Eastern Europe. The Biblical Isaac was the son of Abraham and Sarah, giving the name deep religious significance in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions. Isak has maintained steady popularity in Scandinavian countries, appreciating its clean, simple sound. In recent years, the name has gained international appeal as parents seek distinctive alternatives to more common biblical names. Notable bearers include Swedish writer Isak Dinesen (pen name of Karen Blixen) and various European athletes and artists.

Popularity of the name Isak

• 56 Sweden 2024
• 12 Norway 2024
• 53 Bosnia and Herzegovina 2023

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Famous People Named Isak

• Isak Collijn (1875 1949), Swedish bibliographer & publisher
• Isak Doera (1931 2012), Indonesian Roman Catholic bishop
• Isak Samokovlija (1889 1955), prominent Bosnian Jewish writer
• Isak Gustaf Clason Swedish architect
• Isak Dinesen pen name of Karen Blixen, Danish author
• Isak Beg, ruler near Ottoman Empire
• Kim Isak former member of the Isak N Jiyeon Korean singing duo.
• Isak Musliu Yugoslavian camp guard
• Isak Saba Norwegian leader
• Isak Martinsson game designer and composer

The name Isak in Pop Culture

• Isak Valtersen character in the Norwegian TV series "Skam".