Yisroel
Yisroel is a boy name of Hebrew origin meaning “He who wrestles with God”, pronounced yis-ROH-el. It ranked #826 in the United States in 2025, given to 300 babies, and peaked at #826 in 2025. Common nicknames: Srulik, Yisi, Izzy.
How popular is Yisroel in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Yisroel mean, and where does it come from?
Yisroel is the Ashkenazi pronunciation of Israel — Yisra'el, the name given to Jacob after he wrestles through the night at the Jabbok and is told he has striven with God and with men and prevailed. It names the man, the people and the state. The spelling with the o is the Yiddish one, standard in Hasidic and Orthodox communities in New York, London and Jerusalem. American records hold it from 1950; it entered the top thousand in 2015 and is at its highest position in 2025.
How is Yisroel used around the world?
Yisroel is used in 0 languages worldwide, with 1+ international variants.
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Yisroel?
Famous People Named Yisroel
- Yisroel Meir Kagan — Polish rabbi known as the Chofetz Chaim
- Yisroel Salanter — Lithuanian rabbi and founder of the Musar movement
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Yisroel mean?
Yisroel is a boy name of Hebrew origin meaning "He who wrestles with God." Yisroel is the Ashkenazi pronunciation of Israel — Yisra'el, the name given to Jacob after he wrestles through the night at the Jabbok and is told he has striven with God and with men and prevailed. It names the man, the people and the state.
How do you pronounce Yisroel?
Yisroel is pronounced yis-ROH-el. Common variations include Israel, Yisrael, Srul.
Is Yisroel a boy name?
Yes, Yisroel is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Srulik, Yisi, Izzy.