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Ismael Name Meaning

  • Name :Ismael
  • Meaning :The name Ismael means "God has heard" in Hebrew.
  • Gender :Boy
  • Numerology :5
  • Syllables :3
  • Origin :African

More About The Name Ismael

The name Ismael is of Hebrew origin, and is derived from the name Yishma'el (יִשְׁמָעֵאל‎), which means "God will hear" or "God hears." Its alternate spellings include Ishmael, Ismail, or Isma'il and it's quite popular in the Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions.

Famous personalities named Ismael include:

1. Ismael was the son of Abraham in the Bible and is considered a prophet in Islam.
2. Ismael Zambada Garcia is a notorious Mexican drug trafficker.
3. Ismael El Hiba was a Moroccan freedom fighter against Spanish rule.
4. Isabel Allende is a noted Chilean writer who authored the novel "El Húsar" where one of the major characters is called Ismael.

People named Ismael are believed to possess certain personality traits. They are often perceived as strong, courageous individuals with a sense of independence. They are thought to be spiritual, with a deep sense of duty, and tend to strive for peace and harmony. However, these are general traits and may not apply to every person named Ismael.

The name Ismael is quite common in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries as well as in Arabic cultures, due to religious, historical, and cultural associations. It's also found in other parts of the world like in Muslim-majority countries.

The name Ismael is often shortened to Ish or Isma for nicknames.

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