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Muhammad Tops List of Most Common Names for First Graders in Israel

How 4 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.

75% right-leaning
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By ערוץ 7

First reported by Walla · Aug 30, 2026

What happened

Israel's Population and Immigration Authority revealed that Muhammad is the most common name for boys entering first grade for the 2026-2027 school year, while Tamar is the most popular for girls. Ariel leads among Jewish boys.

  • 01Muhammad is the most common name for boys in Israel's first grade.
  • 02Tamar is the most popular name for girls entering first grade.
  • 03Ariel is the leading name for boys in the Jewish sector.
  • 04Yusuf and Adam follow Muhammad for boys overall.
  • 05Miriam and Abigail are the second and third most popular girl names.

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In this story
OrganizationsPopulation and Immigration Authority

Full coverage · 4 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

Arutz ShevaRight · HebrewAug 30, 2026
Muhammad Tops List of Most Common Names for First Graders in Israel
Now 14Right · HebrewAug 30, 2026
Most Popular Names for First Graders Revealed by Population Authority
Kikar HaShabbatRight · HebrewAug 30, 2026
Most Popular Baby Names Revealed for Israeli First Graders
WallaCenter · HebrewAug 30, 2026
Most Popular Names for First Graders Revealed by Immigration Authority

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