Issa
Boy name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Issa: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 2025.
Issa has a rich dual heritage, appearing as a Scottish diminutive of Isabella or Jessica and also as an Arabic name meaning "God saves," the name for Jesus in the Qur’an. The comedian and actress Issa Rae, creator of the series *Insecure*, has brought global visibility to the name. While no major place bears the name directly, the root of the Arabic form links to the town of Issa in Tanzania. As a unisex name, Issa offers a light, melodic alternative to longer classics—and it shares its sound with the Japanese haiku master Issa, adding a poetic layer. Its multicultural appeal makes it a gem for modern Scottish families.
Boy 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20253 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #7623 babies
- Total births
- 3since 2025
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y