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Name Origin

Isaiah is a Hebrew masculine given name meaning 'Yahweh is salvation.' It derives from the Hebrew words 'Yahu' (a shortened form of Yahweh) and 'yeshua' meaning 'salvation'. The name gained prominence through the prophet Isaiah, one of the major prophets in the Bible.

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Famous People

Isaiah Berlin (1909-1997)

Philosopher, Historian of Ideas

  • Contributed significantly to the fields of political philosophy and the history of ideas.
  • Known for his essays on liberalism, pluralism, and the nature of freedom.

Isaiah Mustafa (1974-)

Actor, Model

  • Known for his role as the 'Old Spice Man' in a series of popular commercials.
  • Appeared in films and television shows such as 'Shadowhunters', 'The Ugly Truth', and 'Madea Goes to Jail'.

Isaiah Thomas (1989-)

Professional Basketball Player

  • Two-time NBA All-Star.
  • Known for his scoring prowess and aggressive style of play.

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