Ismaël
Ismaël is a Muslim boy name meaning “God hears; name of a Prophet”.
| Meaning | God hears; name of a Prophet |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic/Hebrew, French spelling of Ismail |
| Arabic spelling | إسماعيل |
| Pronunciation | ees-mah-EL |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Ismaël
Ismaël is the French spelling of Ismāʿīl, the son of Ibrāhīm and ancestor of the Arabs, through whom the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ is descended. The name is usually explained as 'God hears'. Ismāʿīl helped his father build the Kaʿba, and the rites of Hajj and Eid al-Adha recall his story. The diaeresis spelling is common in francophone West Africa and France.
Is Ismaël a Muslim name?
Yes. Ismaël is a Muslim name, the French spelling of the Prophet Ismāʿīl, son of Ibrāhīm.
Is Ismaël in the Quran?
The Quran praises him: '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 Ismaël used?
Used in francophone West Africa, the Maghreb and among French Muslims.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ismaël mean?
Ismaël means 'God hears; name of a Prophet'. It comes from Arabic/Hebrew, French spelling of Ismail.
Is Ismaël a Muslim name?
Yes. Ismaël is a Muslim name, the French spelling of the Prophet Ismāʿīl, son of Ibrāhīm.
How do you write Ismaël in Arabic?
Ismaël is written إسماعيل in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Ismaël?
Ismaël is pronounced ees-mah-EL.
Is Ismaël mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran praises him: 'And mention in the Book Ismail. Indeed, he was true to his promise, and he was a messenger and a prophet' (Quran 19:54).