Isap

Isap is a relatively uncommon British surname with a rich and intriguing history. The origins of the surname can be traced back to the Middle Ages, where it is believed to have derived from the Old English word "īsop," which refers to the herb hyssop.

The hyssop plant has historically been associated with purification and cleansing, and its use can be found in various religious and folkloric practices. As a result, the surname Isap may have been given to individuals associated with the cultivation, sale, or use of hyssop.

Over the centuries, the surname Isap has likely undergone variations in spelling and pronunciation, leading to different iterations of the name. Today, individuals with the surname Isap can be found across different regions of the United Kingdom and beyond, with some possibly having migrated to other parts of the world.

While not as common as some other surnames, the name Isap carries with it a sense of heritage and tradition, connecting bearers of the name to an ancient past. Research into individual family histories and genealogies can help shed further light on the specific origins and stories behind the surname Isap.

There are approximately 100 people named Isap in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Isap.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Abdul
  • Arif
  • Ibrahim
  • Imran
  • Ismail
  • Mohamed
  • Mohammed
  • Salman
  • Suhayl
  • Yunus
  • Zubair

Female

  • Hamida
  • Mehrunnisa
  • Mumtaz
  • Sabiha
  • Sajida
  • Salma
  • Sarah
  • Shahina
  • Siddika
  • Zainab

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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