Israel Simmonds

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Israel Simmonds — Hebrew
42K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Israel Simmonds 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 Simmonds: Ann Simmonds, English pentathlete Anne Simmonds, New Zealand biochemist E. H. S. Simmonds (1919–1994), British linguist Ellie Simmonds (born 1994), British Paralympic swimmer Henry Simmonds, Canada sailor at the 1932 Olympics Kaleb Simmonds, Canadian singer, Canadian Idol contestant Kennedy Simmonds, Saint Kitts and Nevis politician Lizzie Simmonds, born Elizabeth Simmonds, English swimmer Megan Simmonds, Jamaican athlete Mark Simmonds, British politician Matthew Simmonds, British demoscene musician Millicent Simmonds, American deaf actor Morris Simmonds (1855–1925), Virgin Islands-born German. 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: Simmonds

English

Ann Simmonds, English pentathlete Anne Simmonds, New Zealand biochemist E. H. S. Simmonds (1919–1994), British linguist Ellie Simmonds (born 1994), British Paralympic swimmer Henry Simmonds, Canada sailor at the 1932 Olympics Kaleb Simmonds, Canadian singer, Canadian Idol contestant Kennedy Simmonds, Saint Kitts and Nevis politician Lizzie Simmonds, born Elizabeth Simmonds, English swimmer Megan Simmonds, Jamaican athlete Mark Simmonds, British politician Matthew Simmonds, British demoscene musician Millicent Simmonds, American deaf actor Morris Simmonds (1855–1925), Virgin Islands-born German.

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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:

1900s
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Notable People Named Israel Simmonds

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 Simmonds:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

3
Soul Urge Number

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

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

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 Simmonds?
The surname Simmonds originates from English. Ann Simmonds, English pentathlete Anne Simmonds, New Zealand biochemist E. H. S. Simmonds (1919–1994), British linguist Ellie Simmonds (born 1994), British Paralympic swimmer Henry Simmonds, Canada sailor at the 1932 Olympics Kaleb Simmonds, Canadian singer, Canadian Idol contestant Kennedy Simmonds, Saint Kitts and Nevis politician Lizzie Simmonds, born Elizabeth Simmonds, English swimmer Megan Simmonds, Jamaican athlete Mark Simmonds, British politician Matthew Simmonds, British demoscene musician Millicent Simmonds, American deaf actor Morris Simmonds (1855–1925), Virgin Islands-born German.
What are the origins of the name Israel Simmonds?
The name Israel Simmonds combines two different traditions: the first name Israel has Hebrew roots, while the surname Simmonds originates from English.
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