Yisrael

Yisrael: name meaning, origin and popularity

Meaning and origin of Yisrael

  • A male given name from Hebrew.

Etymology

Variant of Israel.

How popular is Yisrael?

64U.S. babies in 2025
#1920peak rank (2024)
1,560babies since 1880

Since 1880, 1,560 boys in the U.S. have been named Yisrael. Its highest rank for boys was #1920 in 2024. In 2025, 64 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Yisrael FAQ

What does the name Yisrael mean?

A male given name from Hebrew. Variant of Israel.

What is the origin of the name Yisrael?

Yisrael is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.

How popular is the name Yisrael?

Since 1880, 1,560 boys in the U.S. have been named Yisrael. Its highest rank for boys was #1920 in 2024. In 2025, 64 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Yisrael a boy or girl name?

Yisrael is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 1,560 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.