Esmaeil
Esmaeil is a Muslim boy name meaning “God hears; the Prophet Ishmael”.
| Meaning | God hears; the Prophet Ishmael |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew, via Arabic Ismāʿīl |
| Arabic spelling | اسماعیل |
| Pronunciation | es-mah-EEL |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Esmaeil
Esmaeil is the Persian spelling of Ismāʿīl, generally explained from Hebrew as 'God hears'. Ismāʿīl, son of Ibrahim and Hajar, is a prophet in Islam and the ancestor of the Arabs through whom the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ descends. He helped his father raise the Kaʿba, and the rites of Hajj and Eid al-Adha recall his family's sacrifice and trust in God.
Is Esmaeil a Muslim name?
Yes. Esmaeil is the Persian form of Ismail, a prophet in the Quran and son of Ibrahim.
Is Esmaeil in the Quran?
'And mention in the Book Ismail. Indeed, he was true to his promise, and he was a messenger and a prophet' (Quran 19:54).
Where is the name Esmaeil used?
Esmaeil and Esmail are Iranian spellings; Ismail is used throughout the Muslim world.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Esmaeil mean?
Esmaeil means 'God hears; the Prophet Ishmael'. It comes from Hebrew, via Arabic Ismāʿīl.
Is Esmaeil a Muslim name?
Yes. Esmaeil is the Persian form of Ismail, a prophet in the Quran and son of Ibrahim.
How do you write Esmaeil in Arabic?
Esmaeil is written اسماعیل in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Esmaeil?
Esmaeil is pronounced es-mah-EEL.
Is Esmaeil mentioned in the Quran?
'And mention in the Book Ismail. Indeed, he was true to his promise, and he was a messenger and a prophet' (Quran 19:54).