Smail
Smail is a Muslim boy name meaning “God hears; the Prophet Ishmael”.
| Meaning | God hears; the Prophet Ishmael |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Maghreb form of Arabic Ismail |
| Arabic spelling | اسماعيل |
| Pronunciation | sma-EEL |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Smail
Smail is the North African form of Ismāʿīl, Ishmael, son of Ibrāhīm and ancestor of the Arabs. The name is understood as 'God hears'. Maghrebi speech drops the first vowel, giving Smail or Smaïl. Ismāʿīl is honoured in Islam for his willingness to be sacrificed and for building the Kaaba.
Is Smail a Muslim name?
Yes. Smail is the Maghrebi form of Ismail, the Prophet Ishmael.
Is Smail in the Quran?
'And when Ibrāhīm was raising the foundations of the House with Ismāʿīl' (Quran 2:127).
Where is the name Smail used?
Common in Algeria and Morocco.
Gifts with the name Smail
- Smail name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Smail baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Smail
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Smail mean?
Smail means 'God hears; the Prophet Ishmael'. It comes from Maghreb form of Arabic Ismail.
Is Smail a Muslim name?
Yes. Smail is the Maghrebi form of Ismail, the Prophet Ishmael.
How do you write Smail in Arabic?
Smail is written اسماعيل in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Smail?
Smail is pronounced sma-EEL.
Is Smail mentioned in the Quran?
'And when Ibrāhīm was raising the foundations of the House with Ismāʿīl' (Quran 2:127).