"God has brought me laughter, and everyone who hears will laugh with me."
Biblical Name · Hebrew Origin
Issac Meaning in the Bible
Issac
boy
Issac means "Laughter", a boy's name of Hebrew origin. Issac appears in the King James Bible, and Genesis 21:6 is the passage most often tied to it. Represents the joy that overflows when God fulfills His seemingly impossible promises.
Is Issac in the Bible?
Yes — Issac (spelled Isaac in the King James Bible) appears in the King James Bible; the passages below give the context.
Pronunciation:/EYE-zak/
OriginHebrew
MeaningLaughter
What does Issac mean?
Issac is a boy name of Hebrew origin meaning "Laughter". An alternate spelling of Isaac, the child of promise whose birth brought laughter to Abraham and Sarah.
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What does Issac mean in the Bible?
Issac means "Laughter" and is a name of Hebrew origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Where does Issac appear in the Bible (KJV)?
Issac is connected to 1 key passage in the King James Bible, beginning with Genesis 21:6. Each verse is quoted in full below.
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What are the variants and nicknames of Issac?
Issac has 1 recorded variant, short form, and translation across languages and biblical traditions.
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Which books of the Bible mention Issac?
Issac is mentioned across 1 book of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Issac?
Represents the joy that overflows when God fulfills His seemingly impossible promises.
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Issac name meaning: frequently asked questions
Yes — Issac (spelled Isaac in the King James Bible) appears in the King James Bible; the passages below give the context.
Issac means "Laughter." It is a Hebrew name. The King James Bible uses it, so the meaning is carried by a real person in Scripture.
Hebrew. Issac comes into English from Hebrew and carries the sense "Laughter." It appears in the King James Bible.
Common questions about the name Issac
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Issac?
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Issac?
You can read every verse where Issac appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.