Ysmael Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationees-MA-el / iːsˈmɑːɛlSpanish; Arabic
Meaning
Spanish: God will hear; Arabic: heard
Historical & Cultural Background
Ysmael is a variant of the name Ishmael, which has roots in both Spanish and Arabic cultures. In the biblical context, Ishmael is recognized as the son of Abraham and Hagar. The name has been used in various cultures, often reflecting themes of faith and divine communication. Its popularity in Spanish-speaking countries has contributed to its unique spelling and pronunciation.
Trend Summary
Ysmael is not widely popular in the U.S., with limited usage in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ismael
- Ishmael
International Variants
- Ismaël (French)
- Ismael (Portuguese)
- Ishmael (English)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ysmael was first seen in the United States in 1918. Ysmael has ranked as high as #879 nationally, which occurred in 1930, and has been most popular in Texas, and California. In the past 5 years the name Ysmael has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ysmael (1946)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1918 | 6 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1925 | 6 |
| 1926 | 8 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1928 | 10 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1930 | 11 |
| 1931 | 11 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1935 | 6 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1946 | 10 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2023 | 11 |
| 2024 | 5 |