Muslim boy name
Isa: name meaning
عيسى
“Traditionally 'God is salvation'”
BoyGender
Hebrew / ArabicOrigin
YesIn the Qur'an
The Prophet Isa (Jesus), son of Maryam.
The Prophet ﷺ encouraged giving children good names with good meanings, and changed names whose meanings were bad. Many families also follow the sunnah of the aqiqah on the seventh day, when the baby is named.
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Questions
What does Isa mean?
Isa (عيسى) means "Traditionally 'God is salvation'". It is a Hebrew / Arabic name for a boy.
Is Isa a Muslim name?
Yes. Isa is used by Muslims around the world. The Prophet Isa (Jesus), son of Maryam.
Is Isa mentioned in the Qur'an?
Yes. The Prophet Isa (Jesus), son of Maryam.