Ismaeel Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationiss-MAH-eel / /ɪsˈmɑːiːl/Arabic; Hebrew
Meaning
God will hear (Arabic); God has heard (Hebrew)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic culture, Ismaeel is associated with the biblical figure Ishmael, the son of Abraham, who is revered in Islam as a prophet. In Hebrew tradition, Ishmael is also recognized as a significant patriarch, representing the lineage of many Arab peoples. The name has deep roots in both religious texts and cultural narratives across these traditions.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Ismael
- Ishmael
- Isma'il
International Variants
- Ismaël (French)
- Ismail (Turkish)
- Ishmael (English)
Famous people named Ismaeel
Ismaeel Hameed — athlete.
Fictional characters named Ismaeel
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ismaeel was first seen in the United States in 1995. Ismaeel has ranked as high as #1342 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in New York, California, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Ismaeel has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ismaeel (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 15 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2010 | 21 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 21 |
| 2015 | 23 |
| 2016 | 23 |
| 2017 | 23 |
| 2018 | 20 |
| 2019 | 22 |
| 2020 | 23 |
| 2021 | 28 |
| 2022 | 26 |
| 2023 | 34 |
| 2024 | 20 |