Ishaq
Ishaq is a Muslim boy name meaning “Isaac, Prophet of God; he laughs”.
| Meaning | Isaac, Prophet of God; he laughs |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic (Quranic), from Hebrew |
| Arabic spelling | إسحاق |
| Pronunciation | is-HAAK |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Ishaq
Ishaq (Isḥāq) is the Quranic name of the Prophet Isaac, son of Ibrahim and Sarah and father of Yaʿqub. The Hebrew original is usually explained as 'he laughs', recalling Sarah's laughter at the news of his birth in old age. Notable Muslim bearers include Ibn Isḥāq, author of the earliest major biography of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Is Ishaq a Muslim name?
Yes. Ishaq is the name of a prophet mentioned in the Quran and is a well-established Muslim name.
Is Ishaq in the Quran?
'And We gave him good tidings of Isaac, a prophet from among the righteous' (Quran 37:112).
Where is the name Ishaq used?
Used throughout the Muslim world; Ishak in Turkey, Malaysia and the Balkans.
Gifts with the name Ishaq
- Ishaq name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Ishaq
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ishaq mean?
Ishaq means 'Isaac, Prophet of God; he laughs'. It comes from Arabic (Quranic), from Hebrew.
Is Ishaq a Muslim name?
Yes. Ishaq is the name of a prophet mentioned in the Quran and is a well-established Muslim name.
How do you write Ishaq in Arabic?
Ishaq is written إسحاق in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Ishaq?
Ishaq is pronounced is-HAAK.
Is Ishaq mentioned in the Quran?
'And We gave him good tidings of Isaac, a prophet from among the righteous' (Quran 37:112).