Ismael

Boy's name

Ismael is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning "God has heard."

Meaning God will hear
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 1,532 Rising
Peak year 2024

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Ismael Bennacer - Algerian footballer, plays for AC Milan.
  • Ismael Cruz Córdova - Puerto Rican actor in "The Mandalorian."
  • Ismael Sosa - Argentine footballer, plays for Pachuca in Mexico.
  • Ismael Borrero Molina - Cuban wrestler, Olympic gold medalist.
  • Ismael Valenzuela - Mexican jockey, won Kentucky Derby in 1958.
  • Ismael Salas - Cuban boxing trainer, worked with multiple world champions.
  • Ismael Bojang - German poker player, multiple tournament wins.
  • Ismael Rivera - Puerto Rican salsa singer, "El Sonero Mayor."
  • Ismael Lazaar - Dutch-Moroccan kickboxer, Glory tournament competitor.
  • Ismael Tajouri-Shradi - Libyan footballer, plays for New York City FC.

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