Ismaeel
/IS-maeel/ Western Unisex
Meaning & Origin
Ismaeel is a Western name meaning "Ismaeel is often associated with the meaning 'God has heard' or 'God will hear'. It signifies being heard and answered by a higher power.". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, BE, Bahrain. The name Ismaeel is of Arabic origin, derived from the Hebrew name Yishma'el. The root words are 'Shama' (to hear) and 'El' (God).
Quick Facts
Language Western
Gender Unisex
Phonetic IS-maeel
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as IS-maeel. Keep the original Western phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Ismaeel
- · Ismail Qemali - Albanian Statesman
- · Ismail Pasha - Ottoman Governor of Egypt
- · Ismail Omar Guelleh - President of Djibouti
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