Isael Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Isael is a Hebrew name that means 'God contends' or 'he struggles with God'. It has evolved from its ancient Hebrew form Yisra'el through Latin to its modern incarnation. The name carries traits of strength and resilience, reflecting its biblical roots, although it does not have a direct biblical character associated with it.
The name Isael is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Isael has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Isael' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7892nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3815th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1690th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1478th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Isael' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Isael"
Pronunciation
/ˈɪzeɪɛl/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Isael is derived from the Hebrew name Yisra'el, which means 'God contends' or 'he struggles with God'.
Meaning
God contends, he struggles with God
Language Evolution
Yisra'el (Hebrew), Israel (Latin), Isael (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Jewish tradition and among Christians due to its biblical roots, especially after the establishment of the state of Israel in 1948.
Variants & Derivatives
Israel, Isai, Isaiah
Modern Popularity & Image
Isael is viewed as a unique and modern name, often associated with strong cultural and religious heritage.
Famous People
Isael de Bragança (Brazilian politician), Isael Araújo (Brazilian athlete)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Isael"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Isael"
"Isael" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7892nd of 10718 | 18 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3815th of 16616 | 216 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1690th of 24088 | 1,271 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1478th of 23106 | 1,427 |
Regional Popularity of "Isael" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
62.19% 2783rd/4475 |
51.44% 2672nd/5194 |
37.53% 2371st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
52.36% 2399th/4582 |
44.42% 2294th/5164 |
20.85% 1525th/7313 |
14.58% 1088th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
55.32% 2204th/3984 |
44.22% 1984th/4487 |
19.67% 1342nd/6822 |
15.25% 957th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Isael" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Isael"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Isael" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.