The nameIsrael
Israel is a biblical boy's name.
- Boy's name
- Hebrew
Meaning
From Hebrew, often understood as "one who struggles with God".
Origin
Hebrew. In the Bible, it is the name given to Jacob.
History
In France, Israel has been found since the early 20th century but stayed rare, then grew a little in the 2010s and peaked in the early 2020s.
Popularity of the name Israel
Israel in France
1160thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
2023peak year (40 births)
1,180babies named Israel in France since 1900
Israel was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 280 births over the decade, 24% of all recorded babies named Israel. Half of all babies named Israel in France were born before 2003. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 34 births a year.
Israel in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Israel mean?
From Hebrew, often understood as "one who struggles with God".
What is the origin of the name Israel?
Hebrew. In the Bible, it is the name given to Jacob.
Is Israel a girl's or a boy's name?
Israel is a boy's name.