Ismail
Ismail first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 2025, when 204 boys were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Ismail popular?
Rising Ismail has climbed over the past decade, given to more boys now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 872 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 1,349 | |
| 2000s | 860 | |
| 1990s | 544 | |
| 1980s | 247 | |
| 1970s | 138 | |
| 1960s | 12 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Ismail mean?
The Arabic form of the prophet Ishmael (Isma'il), of Hebrew origin (Yishma'el, 'God will hear' or 'God hears'). The Arabic form does not derive from a native Arabic root; Ismail is the son of Ibrahim in Islamic tradition. Also spelled Ismael, Ismaeel.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ismail mean?
Ismail means Arabic form of Ishmael. The Arabic form of the prophet Ishmael (Isma'il), of Hebrew origin (Yishma'el, 'God will hear' or 'God hears'). The Arabic form does not derive from a native Arabic root; Ismail is the son of Ibrahim in Islamic tradition. Also spelled Ismael, Ismaeel.
What is the origin of the name Ismail?
Ismail is of arabic origin.
How do you pronounce Ismail?
Ismail is pronounced “is-maa-EEL.”
Is Ismail a boy or a girl name?
Ismail is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Ismail a popular name right now?
Ismail has climbed over the past decade, given to more boys now than ten years ago.
How popular is the name Ismail?
In 2025, Ismail ranked #1065 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Ismail most popular?
Ismail was most popular in 2025, when about 204 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Ismail?
Names similar to Ismail include Bilal, Sami, Rayyan, Imran, Sultan.
What names go well with Ismail?
arabic names that pair well with Ismail include Adam, Layla, Aaliyah, Malik, Amir.