Israel
View all boy namesPlus IconThe name Israel is derived from the Hebrew words, "yisra," which means to struggle, and "el," which is short-hand for "God," or "Elohim." Thus it can be interpreted as someone who struggles with God. The name is also used to refer to the modern state of Israel, which was established in 1948.
Famous people throughout history who have had this name include, Christian singer Israel Houghton, former New Zealand rugby player Israel Dagg, and Israel Zangwill, a British author at the forefront of cultural Zionism.
In 2021, the name Israel ranked 234th for popularity among baby names, according to the Social Security Administration.
Meanings
Biblical Baby Names Meaning:
In Biblical Baby Names the meaning of the name Israel is: Who prevails with God.
Hebrew Baby Names Meaning:
In Hebrew Baby Names the meaning of the name Israel is: May God prevail. He struggles with God. God perseveres; contends. In the bible when Jacob was in his nineties as a token of blessing God changed his name to Israel.
American Baby Names Meaning:
In American Baby Names the meaning of the name Israel is: Who prevails with God.