Ismael Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Ismael Name at a Glance

Name	Ismael
Meaning	God listens. In the bible Ismael was son of Abraham by Sarah's Egyptian slave woman Hagar.
Origin	Hebrew
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Ismael Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Ismael means “God listens. In the bible Ismael was son of Abraham by Sarah's Egyptian slave woman Hagar”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Ismael Name Origin

Our database records Ismael under Hebrew origin. Browse more Hebrew baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Ismael a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Ismael is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Ismael

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