Rising since 1985, #988 for boys today.
Popularity of Isael since 1978
Babies named Isael per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 69 |
| 1990s | 288 |
| 2000s | 849 |
| 2010s | 820 |
| 2020s | 1,133 |
Meaning & origin
Isael is a modern variant of the ancient name Israel, first recorded in U.S. data in 1978. It has seen a slow but steady rise in usage, particularly since 1985. In 2024, it reached its peak rank of 960, though it slightly slipped to 988 in 2025. The name is most popular in Arizona, Colorado, and Oklahoma, reflecting a preference in Western and Southwestern states. With a current 1-in-7394 usage rate, Isael remains a relatively uncommon choice, appealing to parents seeking a name with strong Hebrew roots and a contemporary feel.
Isael is likely a variant of Israel, derived from the Hebrew name Yisra'el, meaning 'God contends' or 'he who strives with God.' In the Hebrew Bible, Jacob was renamed Israel after wrestling with an angel. The form Isael is a less common spelling that emerged in the late 20th century among English-speaking communities.
Where Isael is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Isael” around the world
Where Isael lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Izzy, Isa, El
Sibling names for Isael
Names that share Isael's style, for a brother or sister.
