Ishman
Boy nameIshman has been given to 11 babies in the U.S. since 1939. It peaked in 1980.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
11
Peak year
1980 (6 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1939
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Ishman — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Ishman.
Sibling name ideas for Ishman
Same era and popularity as Ishman, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Ishman?
Ishman has been given to 11 babies in the U.S. since 1939. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Ishman peak?
Ishman peaked in 1980, when 6 babies were given the name.
Is Ishman a girl or boy name?
Ishman is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Ishman are boys).
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