Ishmael Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Ishmael Name at a Glance

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

What Does the Name Ishmael Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Ishmael 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.

Ishmael Name Origin

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

Is Ishmael a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Ishmael

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