Izmael Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationiz-MA-el / /ɪzˈmɑː.ɛl/Hebrew; Arabic
Meaning
God will hear (Hebrew); the one who listens (Arabic)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew tradition, Izmael is derived from 'Yishma'el,' a biblical figure known as the son of Abraham and Hagar. In Arabic culture, the name is often associated with Ismail, a prophet and an important figure in Islamic tradition, symbolizing faith and obedience.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Ishmael
- Ismael
International Variants
- Ismaël (French)
- Ismael (Spanish)
- Isma'il (Arabic)
Famous people named Izmael
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Fictional characters named Izmael
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Izmael was first seen in the United States in 2001. Izmael has ranked as high as #1347 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Izmael has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Izmael (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 10 | |
| TX | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 13 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 14 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 21 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 18 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2020 | 25 |
| 2021 | 22 |
| 2022 | 20 |
| 2023 | 29 |
| 2024 | 29 |