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Israel

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Israel is a boy’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “A Hebrew name meaning 'God contends' or 'wrestles with God'.”. It currently ranks #3901 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2007.

Letters6
Syllables3
OriginHebrew

What Israel Means

A Hebrew name meaning 'God contends' or 'wrestles with God'.

The Story of Israel

This name carries the weight of an ancient wrestling match, a profound connection to a divine struggle and enduring faith.

Israel is a name of profound spiritual depth, originating from Hebrew and meaning 'God contends' or 'wrestles with God.' It originates from the biblical story of Jacob wrestling with an angel, who then bestowed upon him this new name. The name has since been carried across millennia, deeply intertwined with the history and identity of a people and a nation.

When you whisper 'Israel' to your son, you are invoking a powerful legacy of perseverance. It’s the sound of someone who faces challenges head-on, who engages with the world with a deep, unyielding spirit. This name feels like a quiet strength, a belief that even in struggle, there is profound connection and growth.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Famous Namesakes

  • Israel Kamakawiwo'ole

    Hawaiian musician, famous for 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow'.

Personality Traits

StrongDeterminedSpiritualIntelligent

Peak Year

#1,994 in 2007

Total Births

71,727

First Recorded

1880

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