Isser

Boy

איסר

Pronunciation: EE-ser

79

Name Bearers

Rare

Popularity

450

Gematria

1

Numerology

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Name Meaning

Isser is a traditional Yiddish diminutive of the Hebrew name Israel, meaning 'one who struggles with God' or 'God contends.' It is a classic Ashkenazi name often chosen to honor ancestral roots and spiritual strength.

Biblical Meaning

While Isser itself is Yiddish, its root name Israel (Yisrael) appears in the Bible as the name given to Jacob after he wrestled with an angel.

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Popularity Over Time
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Personality Traits
Principled
Wise
Resilient
Traditional
Composed
Spiritual
Famous People
  • Isser Harel (Former Director of Mossad)
  • Isser Yehuda Unterman (Former Chief Rabbi of Israel)
  • Isser Be'eri (First head of Israel's military intelligence)
Name Origin

A Yiddish pet name for the Hebrew name Yisrael, widely used in Eastern European Jewish communities.

🔢 Numerology
The numerological value and meaning of this name
1

Leader & Independent

Represents initiative, strength, and determination. People with this number are natural leaders.

✨ Gematria
Numerical value of the Hebrew letters in this name
450

Total Gematria Value

Each Hebrew letter has a numeric value; the sum is the gematria of the name

Gematria of איסר:

Each Hebrew letter has a numeric value:

א=1, ב=2, ג=3ד=4, ה=5, ו=6ז=7, ח=8, ט=9י=10, כ=20, ל=30מ=40, נ=50, ס=60ע=70, פ=80, צ=90ק=100, ר=200, ש=300ת=400

Core digit (reduced):

9

Completion & Universal Love

Represents wholeness, empathy, and patience. People with this number are compassionate and big-hearted.

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