American lyricist (1896–1983)
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American lyricist (1896–1983)
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Spanish
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Israel Gershwin is American lyricist (1896–1983).
The name Israel means "male given name (ישראל)". It is of Spanish origin.
Name Meaning
male given name (ישראל)
The name Israel is of Spanish origin, meaning "male given name (ישראל)". It is traditionally a male name.
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