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Name Origin

Israel is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. It means 'he who struggles with God' or 'God prevails.'

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Famous People

Israel Kamakawiwoʻole (1959-1997)

Musician

  • Known for his ukulele renditions of Hawaiian songs like 'Over the Rainbow/What a Wonderful World'
  • Helped popularize Hawaiian music internationally

Israel Keyes (1978-2012)

Serial Killer

  • Confessed to multiple murders across the United States

Israel Houghton (1971-)

Gospel Musician

  • Grammy Award-winning musician
  • Known for his worship music and leading the band Israel & New Breed

Similar Names

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Sibling Names

Leah

A classic Hebrew name with biblical significance, pairing well with Israel due to shared cultural roots.

Eliana

Another beautiful Hebrew name meaning 'God has answered me,' offering a complementary spiritual connection to Israel.

Noam

A Hebrew name meaning 'pleasantness' or 'beauty,' creating a harmonious balance with the strength of Israel.

Jonah

A biblical Hebrew name sharing a similar style and weight as Israel, evoking a sense of shared history.