# What Does the Name Isaiah Mean?

Isaiah is a boy name of Hebrew origin. It means “Yahweh is salvation”.

**Origin:** Hebrew

  **Gender:** boy

  **Pronunciation:** eye-ZAY-uh

The name Isaiah comes from Hebrew roots, where it carries the meaning “Yahweh is salvation”. It is pronounced eye-ZAY-uh.

Is Isaiah a boy or girl name? Isaiah is traditionally used as a boy name.

## More Hebrew names

- [**Samuel**heard by God](/baby-name-samuel-meaning/)
- [**Nathan**he gave](/baby-name-nathan-meaning/)
- [**Ethan**strong, firm](/baby-name-ethan-meaning/)

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## Frequently asked questions

### What is the meaning of Isaiah?

Isaiah means “Yahweh is salvation”. It is a name of Hebrew origin.

### What origin is the name Isaiah?

Isaiah is of Hebrew origin.

### Is Isaiah a boy or girl name?

Isaiah is traditionally a boy name.