Israel Elbert

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Israel Elbert — Hebrew
42K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Israel Elbert is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Israel is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. Israel (Hebrew: יִשְׂרָאֵל, Modern: Yīsraʾel, Tiberian: Yīsrāʾēl) is a masculine Hebrew name. In Hebrew, the name Israel comes from sara (Hebrew: שָׂרָה, lit. 'to struggle [with]') and el (Hebrew: אֵל, lit. 'God'). After Jacob wrestles with the angel in the Book of Genesis, the Angel of the Lord tells him that his name is now Israel, because he has "struggled with God and man and prevailed" (Genesis 32:28, 35:10). The surname Elbert: Elbert Andrews (1901–1979), American baseball player Elbert Dysart Botts (1893–1962), American engineer Elbert Adrain Brinckerhoff (1838–1913), American merchant and mayor Elbert Caraway (1905–1975), American football and baseball player and coach Elbert Frank Cox (1895–1969), American mathematician Elbert Crawford (1966–2013), American football player Elbert Dijkgraaf (born 1970), Dutch economist and politician Elbert Allen Drummond (1943–2012), American heir, businessman and philanthropist Elbert Drungo (1943–2014), American football offensive lineman Elbert Dubenion (1933–2019), American fo. Israel is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 42K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Israel reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Israel

Hebrew

Israel (Hebrew: יִשְׂרָאֵל, Modern: Yīsraʾel, Tiberian: Yīsrāʾēl) is a masculine Hebrew name. In Hebrew, the name Israel comes from sara (Hebrew: שָׂרָה, lit. 'to struggle [with]') and el (Hebrew: אֵל, lit. 'God'). After Jacob wrestles with the angel in the Book of Genesis, the Angel of the Lord tells him that his name is now Israel, because he has "struggled with God and man and prevailed" (Genesis 32:28, 35:10).

Surname: Elbert

English

Elbert Andrews (1901–1979), American baseball player Elbert Dysart Botts (1893–1962), American engineer Elbert Adrain Brinckerhoff (1838–1913), American merchant and mayor Elbert Caraway (1905–1975), American football and baseball player and coach Elbert Frank Cox (1895–1969), American mathematician Elbert Crawford (1966–2013), American football player Elbert Dijkgraaf (born 1970), Dutch economist and politician Elbert Allen Drummond (1943–2012), American heir, businessman and philanthropist Elbert Drungo (1943–2014), American football offensive lineman Elbert Dubenion (1933–2019), American fo.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Israel is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 26%
Australia 13%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Israel by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Israel Elbert

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Israel Elbert:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Israel?
The first name Israel originates from Hebrew. Israel (Hebrew: יִשְׂרָאֵל, Modern: Yīsraʾel, Tiberian: Yīsrāʾēl) is a masculine Hebrew name. In Hebrew, the name Israel comes from sara (Hebrew: שָׂרָה, lit. 'to struggle [with]') and el (Hebrew: אֵל, lit. 'God'). After Jacob wrestles with the angel in the Book of Genesis, the Angel of the Lord tells him that his name is now Israel, because he has "struggled with God and man and prevailed" (Genesis 32:28, 35:10).
When was Israel most popular?
The name Israel reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Elbert?
The surname Elbert originates from English. Elbert Andrews (1901–1979), American baseball player Elbert Dysart Botts (1893–1962), American engineer Elbert Adrain Brinckerhoff (1838–1913), American merchant and mayor Elbert Caraway (1905–1975), American football and baseball player and coach Elbert Frank Cox (1895–1969), American mathematician Elbert Crawford (1966–2013), American football player Elbert Dijkgraaf (born 1970), Dutch economist and politician Elbert Allen Drummond (1943–2012), American heir, businessman and philanthropist Elbert Drungo (1943–2014), American football offensive lineman Elbert Dubenion (1933–2019), American fo.
What are the origins of the name Israel Elbert?
The name Israel Elbert combines two different traditions: the first name Israel has Hebrew roots, while the surname Elbert originates from English.
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