All about the name

Ishay

Male

« Ishay is a Hebrew masculine given name derived from "ish" (man) and "oshay" (joy), translating to "God is my joy". »

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Meaning, origin, history

Ishay is a Hebrew masculine given name that means "God is my joy". It is derived from the Hebrew word "ish" which means man or husband and the word "oshay" which means joy. The name Ishay can also be translated as "man of joy" or "husband of joy". The name Ishay is not particularly common in Hebrew culture, but it has been used sporadically throughout history. It is likely that the name was given to children born into religious families who wished to express their faith and hope for a joyful life through their child's name. There are no notable figures with the name Ishay, as it is not a particularly well-known or commonly used name in Hebrew culture. However, this does not diminish its significance or meaning for those who choose to bear this beautiful and meaningful name.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Ishay since 1880

Total births
19
Total since 1880
Peak year
2018
7 births
in 2021
6
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years