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Island Pronunciation

Island is pronounced EYE-lənd /ˈaɪ.lənd/High

Meaning: From the word island — Old English igland, 'a land surrounded by water'Medium

In 30 seconds: Calm and free: Island is the nature word-name for a land surrounded by water. Serene, distinctive, and breezy (used for both sexes).

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Origin LowEnglish

MeaningFrom the word island — Old English igland, 'a land surrounded by water'

U.S. rank (2024)#4608 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births22 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 92

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Island comes from the word island — Old English igland, 'a land surrounded by water' (the silent s was added later by analogy with 'isle'). A serene, distinctive nature word-name, here for boys.

It registers thinly in records. Very rare, a-land-in-water at the root, and serene.

Did you know? Island, the nature word (Old English igland, 'a land in water'), is a serene, distinctive word-name — calm and breezy, used for both sexes (the silent s came from a confusion with 'isle').

Overall data confidence 55%

Oxford English Dictionary — island — word origin

Variations

IsleIslander

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Island?

Island is pronounced EYE-lənd (/ˈaɪ.lənd/). Press play above to hear Island said aloud.

How do you say Island?

Island is said EYE-lənd (/ˈaɪ.lənd/). Press play above to hear Island said aloud.

What does the name Island mean?

Island is the word for 'a land surrounded by water' (Old English igland).

Is Island a boy or girl name?

Island is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a boy's name.

How popular is Island?

Island is a very rare name in the U.S.