Find out how popular the last name Izrailov is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Izrailov.

Izrailov, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Izrailov surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Izrailov in America

Izrailov is the 112568th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Izrailov surname appeared 156 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Izrailov.

We can also compare 2010 data for Izrailov to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Izrailov

The surname Izrailov is of Russian origin, tracing its roots back to the 18th century. It is derived from the Hebrew name "Izrail," which translates to "wrestles with God" or "God contends." This name can be found in various ancient Slavic texts, indicating its widespread usage in the region.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Izrailov can be found in the census records of the Russian Empire from the late 1700s. During this period, it was common for Russian Jews to adopt surnames based on their given names, often with the addition of the patronymic suffix "-ov" or "-ev."

The name Izrailov gained prominence in the 19th century, with several notable individuals bearing this surname. One such figure was Izrail Izrailov (1820-1892), a renowned Russian painter known for his landscapes and portraits. His works can be found in several prestigious museums across Russia.

Another significant figure was Mikhail Izrailov (1858-1935), a Russian mathematician and educator. He made significant contributions to the field of geometry and served as a professor at the prestigious Moscow State University.

In the early 20th century, the Izrailov surname was also associated with the Russian literary scene. Yakov Izrailov (1876-1941) was a celebrated poet and playwright, whose works explored themes of love, nature, and the human condition.

During the Soviet era, the name Izrailov continued to be present in various fields. Andrei Izrailov (1912-1989) was a prominent Soviet architect responsible for designing several iconic buildings in Moscow and other cities.

Lastly, it is worth mentioning Lev Izrailov (1935-2005), a renowned Russian chess player and International Grandmaster. He represented the Soviet Union in numerous international tournaments and was renowned for his strategic prowess on the chessboard.

While the surname Izrailov may have evolved over time, with variations in spelling and pronunciation, its origins can be traced back to the rich cultural heritage of Russia and the Jewish diaspora within the region.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Izrailov

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Izrailov.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Izrailov was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Izrailov has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Izrailov was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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