Ishmael
Ishmael is a boy name that appears in U.S. Social Security records.
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Popularity of Ishmael
6,552 U.S. births recorded from 1880–2023.
Prophet
Ismāʿīl
Ismail is the firstborn son of Ibrahim and Hajar, and the ancestor of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). He is remembered for his patience and obedience during the sacrifice, and for building the Ka‘bah with his father.
From the Qur’an
"[Ismail] said, ‘O my father, do as you are commanded. You will find me, if Allah wills, of the steadfast.’"
"And mention in the Book, Ismail. Indeed, he was true to his promise, and he was a messenger and a prophet."
The annual festival of Eid al-Adha commemorates Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice Ismail in obedience to God.
Ishmael / Ismail
Eldest son of Abraham and Hajar, considered the ancestor of the Arabs. The Qur’an describes him as “true to his promise, a messenger and a prophet.”
Related guide
30 Quranic Baby Names for Boys and Girls (With Verses)
30 names drawn from the Qur’an — prophets, named and referenced women, and meaningful Arabic concepts — each with its verse reference and classical meaning.
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Popularity counts come from the U.S. Social Security Administration's national dataset. Meanings and origins are curated from etymological sources. If you spot an error, please let us know.