gender neutral
Israel
he who wrestles with God
About Israel
Israel carries profound historical and cultural significance, representing a name with layers of depth and enduring strength. This choice connects a child to ancient heritage while remaining thoroughly contemporary in its usage. The name has powerful biblical associations that resonate with families seeking spiritual connection, yet it functions equally well in secular contexts. Israel possesses a distinctive sound structure that sets it apart from common naming patterns, ensuring individuality without isolation. The name's three syllables create a pleasing rhythm that feels complete and balanced. For families with religious or cultural ties, Israel offers a meaningful way to honor tradition while giving a child a name he can carry with pride. The name suggests perseverance, faith, and resilience—qualities that transcend any single tradition. Israel works internationally, recognized and respected across diverse communities. It's substantial without being heavy, meaningful without being burdensome, distinctive without being difficult.
Popularity of the Name Israel
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #434 | ||||
| 1881 | #344 | ||||
| 1882 | #381 | ||||
| 1883 | #422 | ||||
| 1884 | #355 | ||||
| 1885 | #382 | ||||
| 1886 | #441 | ||||
| 1887 | #441 | ||||
| 1888 | #391 | ||||
| 1889 | #409 | ||||
| 1890 | #428 | ||||
| 1891 | #422 | ||||
| 1892 | #431 | ||||
| 1893 | #520 | ||||
| 1894 | #608 | ||||
| 1895 | #541 | ||||
| 1896 | #375 | ||||
| 1897 | #664 | ||||
| 1898 | #514 | ||||
| 1899 | #598 | ||||
| 1900 | #542 | ||||
| 1901 | #543 | ||||
| 1902 | #420 | ||||
| 1903 | #602 | ||||
| 1904 | #373 | ||||
| 1905 | #536 | ||||
| 1906 | #532 | ||||
| 1907 | #572 | ||||
| 1908 | #517 | ||||
| 1909 | #497 | ||||
| 1910 | #527 | ||||
| 1911 | #464 | ||||
| 1912 | #457 | ||||
| 1913 | #398 | ||||
| 1914 | #488 | ||||
| 1915 | #470 | ||||
| 1916 | #522 | ||||
| 1917 | #480 | ||||
| 1918 | #465 | ||||
| 1919 | #524 | ||||
| 1920 | #525 | ||||
| 1921 | #523 | ||||
| 1922 | #484 | ||||
| 1923 | #578 | ||||
| 1924 | #623 | ||||
| 1925 | #619 | ||||
| 1926 | #652 | ||||
| 1927 | #633 | ||||
| 1928 | #765 | ||||
| 1929 | #697 | ||||
| 1930 | #613 | ||||
| 1931 | #713 | ||||
| 1932 | #783 | ||||
| 1933 | #700 | ||||
| 1934 | #720 | ||||
| 1935 | #665 | ||||
| 1936 | #657 | ||||
| 1937 | #725 | ||||
| 1938 | #654 | ||||
| 1939 | #691 | ||||
| 1940 | #706 | ||||
| 1941 | #667 | ||||
| 1942 | #801 | ||||
| 1943 | #676 | ||||
| 1944 | #690 | ||||
| 1945 | #666 | ||||
| 1946 | #621 | ||||
| 1947 | #654 | ||||
| 1948 | #612 | ||||
| 1949 | #556 | ||||
| 1950 | #566 | ||||
| 1951 | #519 | ||||
| 1952 | #524 | ||||
| 1953 | #517 | ||||
| 1954 | #577 | ||||
| 1955 | #535 | ||||
| 1956 | #533 | ||||
| 1957 | #580 | ||||
| 1958 | #511 | ||||
| 1959 | #530 | ||||
| 1960 | #520 | ||||
| 1961 | #521 | ||||
| 1962 | #527 | ||||
| 1963 | #533 | ||||
| 1964 | #502 | ||||
| 1965 | #482 | ||||
| 1966 | #452 | ||||
| 1967 | #461 | ||||
| 1968 | #422 | ||||
| 1969 | #418 | ||||
| 1970 | #390 | ||||
| 1971 | #373 | ||||
| 1972 | #350 | ||||
| 1973 | #352 | #307 | |||
| 1974 | #330 | ||||
| 1975 | #331 | ||||
| 1976 | #311 | ||||
| 1977 | #306 | ||||
| 1978 | #305 | ||||
| 1979 | #295 | ||||
| 1980 | #301 | ||||
| 1981 | #324 | ||||
| 1982 | #310 | ||||
| 1983 | #324 | ||||
| 1984 | #325 | ||||
| 1985 | #329 | ||||
| 1986 | #325 | #311 | |||
| 1987 | #333 | #281 | |||
| 1988 | #329 | ||||
| 1989 | #318 | #321 | |||
| 1990 | #319 | ||||
| 1991 | #304 | #870 | |||
| 1992 | #297 | #357 | #734 | ||
| 1993 | #300 | #210 | #849 | ||
| 1994 | #282 | #257 | #804 | ||
| 1995 | #281 | #262 | #882 | ||
| 1996 | #264 | #760 | |||
| 1997 | #251 | #840 | #361 | ||
| 1998 | #243 | #207 | #748 | ||
| 1999 | #248 | #713 | #306 | #638 | |
| 2000 | #244 | #981 | #214 | #847 | |
| 2001 | #249 | #327 | #285 | ||
| 2002 | #251 | #220 | #331 | ||
| 2003 | #247 | #343 | #653 | ||
| 2004 | #215 | #695 | #354 | #573 | #715 |
| 2005 | #217 | #891 | #239 | ||
| 2006 | #202 | #839 | #275 | #958 | |
| 2007 | #204 | #776 | #225 | #866 | |
| 2008 | #210 | #597 | #202 | #708 | |
| 2009 | #211 | #781 | #176 | #504 | #839 |
| 2010 | #220 | #667 | #157 | #663 | #637 |
| 2011 | #218 | #615 | #160 | #670 | #697 |
| 2012 | #253 | #631 | #91 | #805 | #689 |
| 2013 | #245 | #600 | #135 | #811 | |
| 2014 | #242 | #587 | #108 | #652 | #683 |
| 2015 | #240 | #593 | #124 | #716 | |
| 2016 | #232 | #570 | #158 | #649 | #566 |
| 2017 | #235 | #578 | #160 | #772 | #561 |
| 2018 | #239 | #568 | #149 | #661 | |
| 2019 | #234 | #588 | #134 | #797 | #659 |
| 2020 | #237 | #639 | #132 | #650 | #546 |
| 2021 | #234 | #638 | #171 | #684 | |
| 2022 | #233 | #567 | #220 | #596 | |
| 2023 | #229 | #614 | #197 | #658 | |
| 2024 | #278 | #367 | |||
| 2025 | #315 | #893 | #327 | #924 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Israel
- Israël
- Israele
- Isra'el
- Yisrael
Names Similar to Israel
Nicknames for Israel
- Izzy
- Rael
- Ira
- Is
Famous People Named Israel
| Israel Adesanya | Nigerian-born New Zealand professional mixed martial artist |
| Israel Kamakawiwo'ole | Hawaiian musician and singer |
| Israel Folau | Australian rugby player |
| Israel Broussard | American actor |
| Israel Dagg | New Zealand rugby player |
| Israel Gutierrez | American sports journalist |
| Israel Houghton | American Christian singer |
| Israel Horovitz | American playwright |
| Israel Idonije | Nigerian-Canadian former professional football player |
| Israel Kirzner | American economist |
| Israel Luna | Mexican film director |
| Israel Matos | Puerto Rican Olympic athlete |
| Israel Moore | Australian rules footballer |
| Israel Nash | American musician |
| Israel Oliver | Spanish retired footballer |
| Israel Peralta | Mexican Paralympic athlete |
| Israel Pilgrim | Canadian football player |
| Israel Putnam | American Revolutionary War general |
| Israel Vibration | Jamaican reggae group |
| Israel Zangwill | British author and playwright |
Characters Named Israel
| Israel Finch | A Prayer for Owen Meany |
| Israel Potts | Smokey and the Bandit |
| Israel Wong | Kill Bill - Volume 2 |
| Israel Sorenson | The Da Vinci Code |
| Israel Moses | American Gods |
| Israel Santamaria | One Hundred Years of Solitude |
| Israel Epstein | The Unbearable Lightness of Being |
| Israel Ribakoff | Mission - Impossible |
| Israel Sanchez | The Shield |
| Israel Katz | Ocean's Twelve |
| Israel Hands | Black Sails |
| Israel Meir Nagid | Pillars of the Earth |
| Israel Kaminsky | The X-Files |
| Israel Tovar | The Terminal |
| Israel Brewster | Pirates of the Caribbean - Dead Men Tell No Tales |
| Israel, the Mouseketeer | Disney's House of Mouse |