Izrael

Hebrew

"he who struggles with God"

Izrael Origin and Meaning

The name Izrael is a boy's name.

Izrael is a masculine name that serves as a variant spelling of Israel, a name with deep biblical roots meaning 'struggled with God' or 'God contends' in Hebrew. This alternate spelling maintains the powerful religious and cultural significance while offering a distinctive appearance with the 'z' rather than 's.' The name carries profound importance in Jewish tradition, referring to both the biblical patriarch Jacob (who was renamed Israel) and the Jewish people as a whole. Outside religious contexts, Izrael has seen limited use compared to the traditional spelling, though it may appeal to parents seeking names with spiritual significance and a slightly more uncommon form. The name's strong consonants and meaningful heritage give it substance and historical weight despite its relative rarity.

Popularity of the name Izrael

• 796 Unique 2023

Famous People Named Izrael

• Izrael Chaim "Jurek" Wilner Polish WWII resistance fighter
• Izrael Kalmanowicz Poznański Polish textile magnate
• Izrael Hieger Polish biochemist
• Izrael Abraham Staffel Polish calculator inventor