Ismaeel
Boy nameIsmaeel has been given to 468 babies in the U.S. since 1995. It peaked in 2023. In 2025, about 1 in 58,899 boys was named Ismaeel.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
468
Peak year
2023 (34 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1995
10-year trend
▲ +26%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Ismaeel — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Ismaeel.
Sibling name ideas for Ismaeel
Same era and popularity as Ismaeel, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Ismaeel?
Ismaeel has been given to 468 babies in the U.S. since 1995. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Ismaeel peak?
Ismaeel peaked in 2023, when 34 babies were given the name.
Is Ismaeel a girl or boy name?
Ismaeel is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Ismaeel are boys).
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