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Izrael

♀ Girl

Pronounced IZ-ray-el /ˈɪz.reɪ.ɛl/Medium

Meaning: A spelling of Israel, from the Hebrew for 'one who wrestles (or strives) with God' - the biblical name given to Jacob and to his people. Usually a boy's name; used here for a girl.Low

In 30 seconds: A biblical Hebrew name: Izrael means 'one who wrestles with God' (said 'IZ-ray-el'). Usually a boy's name - we flag the lean.
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Origin MediumHebrew
MeaningA spelling of Israel, from the Hebrew for 'one who wrestles (or strives) with God' - the biblical name given to Jacob and to his people. Usually a boy's name; used here for a girl.
U.S. rank (2023)#16130 ↗ Rising
2023 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2017
Total births (all-time)≈ 10

History & Origin

Izrael is a spelling of Israel (Hebrew, 'one who wrestles with God'), the biblical name of Jacob and his descendants. It is usually a boy's name; used here for a girl, which we flag - the biblical name noted with respect, rare in the U.S. (said 'IZ-ray-el').

For girls it appears very rarely, against heavier boys' use. Rare, biblical, and strong.

Did you know? Izrael spells Israel, Hebrew for 'one who wrestles with God' - the name given to Jacob and to his people. It is usually a boy's name; used here for a girl, which we flag, and noted with respect (said 'IZ-ray-el').
Overall data confidence 40%
References - Izrael — form of Israel; Hebrew 'wrestles with God'; boy-leaning

Variations

IsraelIsrealYisrael

Nicknames

IzRael

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Izrael mean?

Izrael is a spelling of Israel, Hebrew for 'one who wrestles with God,' the name of Jacob and his people.

How do you pronounce Izrael?

It's said IZ-ray-el /ˈɪz.reɪ.ɛl/ - three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Izrael a boy or girl name?

Izrael is used for both, but usually for boys - we flag the lean.

How popular is Izrael?

Izrael is very rare for girls in the U.S. and more common for boys.

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