Israel
girl name#3577 in 2025Israel entered the US charts in 1951, peaked at #2508 in 2018, ranks #3577 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1951–2025
#3577
rank today
#2508
peak (2018)
42
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #5414 |
| 1960s | #6042 |
| 1970s | #7029 |
| 1980s | #6870 |
| 1990s | #4065 |
| 2000s | #3828 |
| 2010s | #3268 |
| 2020s | #3174 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Israel has been most popular in OH, GA, NC.
Living bearers
About 1,600 people named Israel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Israel alive today was born around 2010, making them about 15 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Israel in 2025?
- Israel ranks #3577 among US girl names in 2025, with 42 babies given the name.
- When was the name Israel most popular?
- Israel peaked in 2018, reaching #2508 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Israel with classmates?
- Israel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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