Ismaaciil
Ismaaciil is a Muslim boy name meaning “Prophet Ismāʿīl; 'God hears'”.
| Meaning | Prophet Ismāʿīl; 'God hears' |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic (from Hebrew), Somali spelling |
| Arabic spelling | إسماعيل |
| Pronunciation | is-mah-EEL |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Ismaaciil
Ismaaciil is the Somali spelling of Ismāʿīl, with c for ʿayn and doubled vowels for long sounds. The name is usually explained as 'God hears'. Prophet Ismāʿīl, son of Ibrāhīm, helped his father raise the Kaʿba and is regarded as an ancestor of the Arabs and of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Is Ismaaciil a Muslim name?
Yes. Ismaaciil is the Somali form of Ismail, the name of the prophet who helped build the Kaaba.
Is Ismaaciil in the Quran?
'And mention in the Book Ismāʿīl. Indeed, he was true to his promise' (Quran 19:54).
Where is the name Ismaaciil used?
Common among Somalis in the Horn of Africa and the diaspora.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ismaaciil mean?
Ismaaciil means 'Prophet Ismāʿīl; 'God hears''. It comes from Arabic (from Hebrew), Somali spelling.
Is Ismaaciil a Muslim name?
Yes. Ismaaciil is the Somali form of Ismail, the name of the prophet who helped build the Kaaba.
How do you write Ismaaciil in Arabic?
Ismaaciil is written إسماعيل in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Ismaaciil?
Ismaaciil is pronounced is-mah-EEL.
Is Ismaaciil mentioned in the Quran?
'And mention in the Book Ismāʿīl. Indeed, he was true to his promise' (Quran 19:54).