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Iz, Izzy, Rae
- Meanings and history of the name Israel: | Edit
From the Hebrew name Yisra'el meaning "God contended". In the Old Testament Jacob was renamed Israel after he wrestled with an angel. The ancient and modern states of Israel took their names from him.
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Israel Folou footy player (NRL, Brisbane Broncos)
Israel "Iz" Kamakawiwo'ole (Musician)
Israel Idonije (Professional Football Player)
General Israel Putnam, American Revolutionary War General- Israel in song, story & screen: | Edit
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NameVoyager US Popularity of Israel Over Time
NameMapper Current Popularity of Israel by State
Global Popularity of the Name Israel
- #210 in United States
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