Israel Name Meaning & Origin
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The name Israel originates from the Hebrew Bible, where it was given to the patriarch Jacob after he wrestled with an angel. It is also the name of the modern state of Israel, established in 1948, and is used as a given name primarily among Jewish communities.
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Israeli (Jewish) 70% -
Palestinian (Arab) 20% -
American (Various) 10%
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Name Details
- First Name: Israel
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Male
Popularity Trend
Growth of the name Israel in the US (SSA Data):
Israel Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 1
People with this name tend to be: A natural born leader, independent and ambitious.