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At a Glance: Name: Israel – Meaning: wrestles with God – Origin: Hebrew – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: IZ-ree-ul
Israel is a Hebrew name meaning "wrestles with God," pronounced IZ-ree-ul. It's a name with deep roots and a long presence in the United States, giving it a classic, established feel while still carrying a sense of reach beyond any one place.
Meaning & Origin of Israel
Meaning: Wrestles with god.
Origin: Hebrew.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Israel
Phonetic: IZ-ree-ul IPA: /ˈɪzriəl/
Popularity of Israel
Israel reached its highest point in 2006, when 1,927 boys were given the name, ranking it #202 that year. By 2024 it had settled to #279, with 1,220 boys named Israel.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Israel mean?
Wrestles with god. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Israel)
How do you pronounce Israel?
Israel is pronounced IZ-ree-ul (IPA: /ˈɪzriəl/).
Is Israel a popular name right now?
Israel peaked at #202 in 2006 and is ranked #279 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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