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Ysmael

iz-MAH-el

Ysmael is a boy’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Ysmael is a variant of Ishmael, a Hebrew name meaning "God will hear". In the Bible, Ishmael was the son of Abraham.”. It currently ranks #14168 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1930.

Letters6
Syllables2
OriginHebrew

What Ysmael Means

Ysmael is a variant of Ishmael, a Hebrew name meaning "God will hear". In the Bible, Ishmael was the son of Abraham.

The Story of Ysmael

Consider a name deeply rooted in ancient prophecy, a son of Abraham whose name carries the profound promise that God hears.

Ysmael is a variant of the Hebrew name Ishmael, famously the son of Abraham and Hagar. Its meaning, 'God will hear', carries significant biblical weight and historical resonance. This name first appeared in recorded use in 1918.

For your son, Ysmael signifies a profound connection to the divine and an innate spiritual charisma. You see him as a determined individual, strong-willed, and blessed with a spirit that understands deeper truths.

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Numerology

4

The Builder

Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.

Famous Namesakes

  • Ysmael Villegas

    Argentine professional golfer.

Personality Traits

spiritualcharismaticdeterminedindependentstrong-willed

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#11 in 1930

Total Births

196

First Recorded

1918

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