Israa Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationiss-RAH / /ɪsˈrɑː/Arabic; Hebrew
Meaning
Arabic: 'night journey'; Hebrew: 'to be free'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic culture, Israa refers to the night journey of the Prophet Muhammad, a significant event in Islamic tradition. The name is often associated with spirituality and divine connection. In Hebrew, Israa can be linked to the concept of freedom, reflecting themes of liberation and independence. Both origins highlight important cultural narratives that resonate within their respective communities.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Israa
- Isra
International Variants
- Israa (Arabic)
- Isra (Hebrew)
Famous people named Israa
Israa Abdel Fattah — Egyptian activist.
Israa Al-Mahmoud — Palestinian journalist.
Fictional characters named Israa
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Israa was first seen in the United States in 1990. Israa has ranked as high as #1345 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in New York, California, Florida, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Israa has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Israa (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 16 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 16 |
| 2000 | 20 |
| 2001 | 21 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 24 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 18 |
| 2007 | 16 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 19 |
| 2011 | 22 |
| 2012 | 27 |
| 2013 | 21 |
| 2014 | 25 |
| 2015 | 27 |
| 2016 | 25 |
| 2017 | 41 |
| 2018 | 28 |
| 2019 | 22 |
| 2020 | 21 |
| 2021 | 24 |
| 2022 | 24 |
| 2023 | 25 |
| 2024 | 29 |