Yisroel Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationYIS-ro-el / ˈjɪsroʊɛlHebrew
Meaning
God contends
Historical & Cultural Background
Yisroel is a variant of the name Israel, which has significant religious and cultural importance in Judaism and Christianity. The name is derived from the Hebrew Bible, where it is associated with the patriarch Jacob, who was renamed Israel after wrestling with an angel. The name symbolizes struggle and perseverance in faith. It is commonly used in Jewish communities and reflects a deep connection to heritage and identity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Yisrael
- Israel
International Variants
- Israël (Dutch)
- Israil (Turkish)
- Yisrael (Hebrew)
Famous people named Yisroel
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Fictional characters named Yisroel
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yisroel was first seen in the United States in 1950. Yisroel has ranked as high as #1121 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in New York, California, Illinois, Maryland, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Yisroel has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Yisroel (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 136 | |
| FL | 8 | |
| CA | 5 | |
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1959 | 11 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1968 | 14 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1970 | 13 |
| 1971 | 15 |
| 1972 | 17 |
| 1973 | 17 |
| 1974 | 10 |
| 1975 | 24 |
| 1976 | 32 |
| 1977 | 54 |
| 1978 | 43 |
| 1979 | 37 |
| 1980 | 41 |
| 1981 | 40 |
| 1982 | 52 |
| 1983 | 67 |
| 1984 | 71 |
| 1985 | 46 |
| 1986 | 53 |
| 1987 | 56 |
| 1988 | 65 |
| 1989 | 83 |
| 1990 | 85 |
| 1991 | 93 |
| 1992 | 86 |
| 1993 | 80 |
| 1994 | 79 |
| 1995 | 77 |
| 1996 | 105 |
| 1997 | 108 |
| 1998 | 105 |
| 1999 | 100 |
| 2000 | 113 |
| 2001 | 93 |
| 2002 | 98 |
| 2003 | 145 |
| 2004 | 137 |
| 2005 | 169 |
| 2006 | 146 |
| 2007 | 182 |
| 2008 | 166 |
| 2009 | 186 |
| 2010 | 194 |
| 2011 | 194 |
| 2012 | 192 |
| 2013 | 196 |
| 2014 | 198 |
| 2015 | 213 |
| 2016 | 216 |
| 2017 | 208 |
| 2018 | 194 |
| 2019 | 251 |
| 2020 | 199 |
| 2021 | 241 |
| 2022 | 242 |
| 2023 | 236 |
| 2024 | 240 |