UK girl's name
Israh
An Arabic feminine name meaning "night journey" or "ascension".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Israh is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Israh popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4192, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2017, with 8 births.
This profile covers 94 England and Wales registrations across 22 recorded years from 1997 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 63% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 94 living people in the UK are called Israh. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Israh ranked #4192 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 5 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2017, when 8 girls were registered as Israh.
- • About 94 living people in the UK are estimated to have Israh as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4192
2024
Births in 2024
5
Latest year
Peak year
2017
8 births
Estimated living
94
2026
Meaning
What does Israh mean?
The name Israh has its origins rooted in the Arabic language and culture. It is derived from the Arabic word "isra," which means "journey" or "nocturnal travel." This linguistic connection suggests that the name may have been historically associated with travel, exploration, or spiritual enlightenment.
One of the earliest recorded references to the name Israh can be found in the Islamic holy book, the Quran, where it is mentioned in connection with the miraculous night journey of Prophet Muhammad from Mecca to Jerusalem and then to the heavens. This event, known as the Isra and Miraj, is celebrated annually by Muslims around the world, and the name Israh carries a significant religious and spiritual connotation.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Israh. One of the earliest recorded instances is Israh al-Baghdadi (circa 1058-1134 CE), a renowned Muslim scholar and philosopher from Baghdad, Iraq. He made significant contributions to the fields of logic, mathematics, and astronomy during the Islamic Golden Age.
In the modern era, Israh Zghair (1903-1987) was a prominent Lebanese writer and journalist who played a pivotal role in the literary and cultural renaissance of the Arab world in the early 20th century. Her works, which often focused on themes of women's rights and social reform, gained widespread recognition and influenced generations of Arab writers.
Another notable figure is Israh Alamuddin (born 1980), a Lebanese-American lawyer and activist who has been actively involved in various human rights and humanitarian causes. She has worked with organizations such as the United Nations and has advocated for refugees and victims of human trafficking.
In the realm of sports, Israh El-Shehri (born 1988) is a Saudi Arabian football player who has represented her country in international competitions. She is considered a pioneer for women's sports in Saudi Arabia and has been an inspiration for many young athletes in the region.
Israh Munir (born 1993) is a Pakistani-Canadian YouTuber and social media influencer known for her fashion and lifestyle content. She has amassed a large following and has used her platform to promote body positivity and self-acceptance, particularly within the South Asian community.
The name Israh has endured through centuries, carrying a rich cultural and religious heritage. Its various historical associations, ranging from spiritual journeys to literary and artistic achievements, have contributed to its enduring significance across different regions and communities.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Israh over time
The chart below shows babies named Israh registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Israh, the clearest high point is 2017. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2024, compared with 8 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Israh by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Israh was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4195 | 24 | 5 |
| 2010s | #4720 | 40 | 9 |
| 2000s | #3943 | 24 | 6 |
| 1990s | #3862 | 6 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Israh
- Isabella 58,822
- Isla 51,854
- Isabelle 46,163
- Imogen 33,758
- Ivy 23,306
- Isabel 20,895
- Isobel 19,706
- Iris 10,353
- India 8,371
- Iqra 4,452
- Indie 3,873
- Iona 3,682
FAQ
Israh: questions and answers
How popular is the name Israh in the UK right now?
In 2024, Israh was ranked #4192 for girls in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.
When was Israh most popular?
The peak year on record was 2017, with 8 babies registered as Israh in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Israh?
An Arabic feminine name meaning "night journey" or "ascension".
How many people are called Israh in the UK?
A total of 94 babies have been registered as Israh across the 22 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.