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Yisrael
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The name Yisrael means "God contends" or "God rules."
What does the name Yisrael mean?
It carries the meaning "God contends" or "God rules."
Where does the name Yisrael come from?
The masculine name Yisrael has its roots in the ancient Hebrew language area. It comes from ancient Hebrew.
Popularity
Yisrael is a rather rare name in Germany. Currently, it ranks 5,840th on the list of the most common male names. Its best ranking was in 2023, when it stood at 5,488th. In the past ten years, Yisrael has been given as a first name fewer than ten times, which places it at 7,739th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it is ranked 8,916th.
Similar first names
Famous people
- Yisrael Borochov (Israeli musician)
- Yisrael Mordecai Safeek (physicist from the USA)
- Yisrael Poliakov (actor from Israel)
- Yisrael Zaguri (Israeli footballer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Yisrael
What does the name Yisrael mean?
The name Yisrael means 'God contends' or 'God rules.'
Where does the name Yisrael come from?
Yisrael has its roots in the ancient Hebrew language area and comes from ancient Hebrew.
How popular is the name Yisrael?
The popularity of the name Yisrael varies, but it is often used in Jewish communities and has gained international recognition in recent years.