Ismet
Ismet is a Muslim boy name meaning “Protection, purity, sinlessness”.
| Meaning | Protection, purity, sinlessness |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Turkish / Bosnian form of Arabic ʿIṣma |
| Arabic spelling | عصمة |
| Pronunciation | ees-MET |
| Arabic root | ع ص م (ʿ-ṣ-m) — to protect, to safeguard |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Ismet
Ismet comes from Arabic ʿiṣma, 'protection, being kept from wrong', a term used in theology for the sinlessness of the prophets. Turkish and Bosnian turn the final -a into -et. It was common in the late Ottoman era; İsmet İnönü, Turkey's second president, is a famous bearer. In Bosnia it is used for men.
Is Ismet a Muslim name?
Yes. Ismet is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning protection and purity.
Is Ismet in the Quran?
Its root appears in 'There is no protector today from the decree of Allah' (Quran 11:43).
Where is the name Ismet used?
Common in Bosnia and Turkey; Ismat and Esmat are used in South Asia and Egypt.
Gifts with the name Ismet
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ismet mean?
Ismet means 'Protection, purity, sinlessness'. It comes from Turkish / Bosnian form of Arabic ʿIṣma.
Is Ismet a Muslim name?
Yes. Ismet is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning protection and purity.
How do you write Ismet in Arabic?
Ismet is written عصمة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Ismet?
Ismet is pronounced ees-MET.
Is Ismet mentioned in the Quran?
Its root appears in 'There is no protector today from the decree of Allah' (Quran 11:43).