Boys name · Illinois
Israel in Illinois
Israel was the 493rd most popular boys name in Illinois in 2025, with 21 babies named Israel that year. Since 1913, Illinois families have named 2,793 babies Israel.
Popularity over time
Israel in Illinois, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1913 | 5 | 394th |
| 1962 | 16 | 430th |
| 1972 | 21 | 391st |
| 1983 | 33 | 286th |
| 1993 | 44 | 288th |
| 2004 | 69 | 220th |
| 2014 | 42 | 321st |
| 2025 | 21 | 493rd |
Its rank among boys names in Illinois fell from 394th in 1913 to 493rd in 2025.
The most babies named Israel in Illinois in a single year was 88, in 2006. Its best showing was 179th among boys names in 2006.
Across the country, Israel reached its best rank of 69th in Hawaii (2022). See Israel in every state →
How popular is Israel in Illinois?
Israel was the 493rd most popular boys name in Illinois in 2025, with 21 babies named Israel that year. Since 1913, Illinois families have named 2,793 babies Israel.
How many babies are named Israel in Illinois?
In 2025, 21 babies were named Israel in Illinois. The most babies named Israel in Illinois in a single year was 88, in 2006.
What is the rank of Israel in Illinois?
Israel ranked 493rd among boys names in Illinois in 2025. Its best showing was 179th among boys names in 2006.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.
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