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Isis

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Pronounced EYE-sis /ˈaɪ.sɪs/High

Meaning: Throne; from Ancient Egyptian Aset (throne, seat of power), rendered in Greek as IsisHigh

In 30 seconds: The Greek rendering of the Ancient Egyptian goddess Aset, meaning 'throne.' Isis was one of the most widely worshipped goddesses of antiquity — her cult spread from Egypt across the Roman Empire. The name has faced challenges since the 2010s due to association with the militant group.
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Origin HighEgyptian, Greek
MeaningThrone; from Ancient Egyptian Aset (throne, seat of power), rendered in Greek as Isis
U.S. rank (2025)#1625 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births128 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2005
Total births (all-time)≈ 11,878

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200519012025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Isis is the Greek form of the Ancient Egyptian name Aset (throne or seat of power). She was one of the most significant deities of ancient Egypt — sister and wife of Osiris, mother of Horus, and goddess of magic, healing, and motherhood. Her cult spread throughout the Roman world.

Isis was used as a given name in the West from the 19th century onward, particularly in Egypt-influenced cultural waves. Its U.S. popularity dipped sharply after 2013 due to association with the militant group ISIS. It ranked #1082 for girls in 2024.

Did you know? The cult of Isis was the most widespread goddess religion of the ancient Mediterranean — by the 1st century CE, temples to Isis existed from Britain to Mesopotamia, making her the ancient world's most internationally beloved deity.
Overall data confidence 92%
Behind the Name — Isis — Egyptian/Greek etymologyU.S. Social Security Administration — popularity data including post-2013 decline

Variations

AsetIset

Nicknames

Is

Famous Bearers

  • ★Isis (mythological)
    Major deity of ancient Egypt, goddess of magic, healing, motherhood, and the throne. Her cult spread widely across the ancient Mediterranean world.

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Isis mean?

Isis means 'throne,' from Ancient Egyptian Aset (seat of power). She was the goddess of magic, healing, and motherhood.

How do you pronounce Isis?

It's said EYE-sis — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Isis a boy or girl name?

Isis is used as a girls' name.

How popular is Isis?

Isis ranked #1082 for U.S. girls in 2024. Its popularity declined after 2013 due to association with the militant group ISIS.

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