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IsmailIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

God will listen to me

Pronunciation: iz-MAY-el

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Name
Ismail
Meaning
God will listen to me
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Persian, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
iz-MAY-el
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
Sunday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Ismail mean?

Ismail is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "God will listen to me". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: iz-MAY-el. Lucky number: 3. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

اسماعیل

خدا جو سنتا ہے یا خدا کی سنائی دی

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

Arabic is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

إسماعيل

سمع الله أو الله يسمع

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

iz-MAY-el

IPA

/ɪzˈmeɪ.əl/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Ismail is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is God will listen to me. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

Sunday

Lucky Colors

#34A34F#C2D2B2

Lucky Stone

Labradorite

Life Path Number

5

Numerology meaning: Intuition, perception, and adaptability

Personality

Personality Traits

KindJustPeacefulBraveV = VirtuousC = CourageousL = Loyal

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A devout servant of God, always seeking guidance and mercy.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Ismail is widely used across the Muslim world, and beyond, with a significant following in countries like India, Pakistan, Ethiopia, and Yemen. The name is deeply rooted in Islamic tradition and reflects the rich history of Islam. It is a proud name for many Muslims, evoking feelings of faith, heritage, and pride.
For many Muslims, the name Ismail holds a special spiritual significance. It reminds us of the deep faith and devotion of Prophet Ibrahim (AS) and Hajar (SA) and their unwavering trust in Allah. It is a reminder of the importance of obedience to Allah and of the blessings that come with following His commandments. For those named Ismail, it is a constant reminder of their connection to Allah and a source of inspiration to lead a pious and righteous life.

Traditional Islamic naming context — Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Ismail ibn Jafar was the eldest son of Imam Jafar al-Sadiq. The name Ismail carried significant weight in that era.

8th century

Historical records show that Ismail ibn Jafar is also known as Ismail al-Mamun. The name Ismail carried significant weight in that era.

8th century

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Ismail MerchantIsmail Kadaré

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Ismail

God listens or God will hear

🇵🇰Urdu

اسماعیل

خدا جو سنتا ہے یا خدا کی سنائی دی

🇸🇦Arabic

إسماعيل

سمع الله أو الله يسمع

🇮🇳Hindi

इश्माएल

भगवान जो सुनता है या भगवान की सुनाई दी

🇦🇫Pashto

اسماعیل

الله چې اوري یا الهي چې اورېدلي

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Knowledge Graph

Connected entities and semantic relationships

[object Object]
Religion
IslamMonotheistic Abrahamic religion based on the Quran
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Language
ArabicSemitic language of the Arab world and the Quran
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Language
UrduIndo-Aryan language of Pakistan and parts of India
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Language
EnglishGermanic language originating in England, now global lingua franca
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Country
Saudi ArabiaMiddle Eastern country, birthplace of Islam
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Country
EgyptNorth African country with Arabic and ancient Egyptian naming traditions
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Quranic
QuranThe central religious text of Islam
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Culture
Islamic CultureThe cultural traditions of Muslim societies worldwide
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