Meaning: Its source is Yisrael, a Hebrew name meaning "Struggles with God."

Languages: This boy's name is used in Russian.

Narrative: This name could also be interpreted as ''God's prince.'' Given to the scriptural character Jacob after he wrestled with God's angel (some commentators say with God Himself), this name stands for both the Jewish people and for the state they re-established in the 20th century.