Israel Mcclean

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Israel Mcclean — Hebrew
42K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Israel Mcclean 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 Mcclean: Adam McClean (born c. 1989), British journalist and broadcaster Andrew McClean, Irish Gaelic footballer Bernie Wright McClean (born 1979), Costa Rican professional footballer Christian McClean (born 1963), English former professional footballer Francis McClean (1876–1955), pioneer aviator Frank McClean (1837–1904), astronomer and pioneer in spectrography James McClean (born 1989), Irish footballer playing for West Bromwich Albion Joe McClean (rugby league) (born 1989), rugby league footballer who has played in the 2010s John Gerard McClean (1914–1978), Bishop of Middlesbrough, 1967–78 John Rob. 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: Mcclean

Celtic

Adam McClean (born c. 1989), British journalist and broadcaster Andrew McClean, Irish Gaelic footballer Bernie Wright McClean (born 1979), Costa Rican professional footballer Christian McClean (born 1963), English former professional footballer Francis McClean (1876–1955), pioneer aviator Frank McClean (1837–1904), astronomer and pioneer in spectrography James McClean (born 1989), Irish footballer playing for West Bromwich Albion Joe McClean (rugby league) (born 1989), rugby league footballer who has played in the 2010s John Gerard McClean (1914–1978), Bishop of Middlesbrough, 1967–78 John Rob.

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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 Mcclean

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 Mcclean:

7
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

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 Mcclean?
The surname Mcclean originates from Celtic. Adam McClean (born c. 1989), British journalist and broadcaster Andrew McClean, Irish Gaelic footballer Bernie Wright McClean (born 1979), Costa Rican professional footballer Christian McClean (born 1963), English former professional footballer Francis McClean (1876–1955), pioneer aviator Frank McClean (1837–1904), astronomer and pioneer in spectrography James McClean (born 1989), Irish footballer playing for West Bromwich Albion Joe McClean (rugby league) (born 1989), rugby league footballer who has played in the 2010s John Gerard McClean (1914–1978), Bishop of Middlesbrough, 1967–78 John Rob.
What are the origins of the name Israel Mcclean?
The name Israel Mcclean combines two different traditions: the first name Israel has Hebrew roots, while the surname Mcclean originates from Celtic.
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