Ysmael

“God will hear”

Spanish origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#7710US 2023

11Births / yr

↑Rising

174All-time births

📅 Since 191800

What does Ysmael mean and where does it come from?

Ysmael is a variant of the name Ismael, which originates from Hebrew (יִשְׁמָעֵאל). This name means 'God will hear' and has deep biblical roots, being the name of the son of Abraham and Hagar. The name is used across various cultures, including in Spanish-speaking countries. It is associated with fi

Cultural significance

Ysmael has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Spanish-speaking communities, where it reflects values of god will hear.

Peak popularity

Reached #2467 in 1931 — currently #7710 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Ysmael?

Ysmael works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Ysmael Grace

How popular is Ysmael right now?

Rising fast — up 4383 spots — currently #7710 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1925–2023#7710 · Top 5.7%

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7710	11	▲ up 4383 · +83% births
2021	#12093	6	▼ down 1315
2015	#10778	6	▲ up 886 · +20% births
2005	#11664	5	▼ down 7987
1945	#3677	5	▼ down 100 · -17% births
1935	#3577	6	▼ down 976 · -45% births
1930	#2601	11	▲ up 1495 · +83% births
1925	#4096	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Ysmael

Best Year1930Rank #2601

Peak Count11

Average Rank#7025

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1925 - 20238 years

The story of Ysmael

Ysmael entered American naming records in 1918 and has been in use for over 106 years. With 174 total births recorded, Ysmael remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4096 in 1925, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #7710 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Ysmael in 1931:

Robert James John William Richard

Ysmael by decade

Ysmael peaked in the 1930s. See all 1930s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	6
1920s ★	41
1930s	34
1940s	26
1950s	5
1980s	6
1990s	16
2000s	16
2010s	24

💎Ysmael has only 174 total recorded births since 1918 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Ysmael?

Common

YsmYsmaelieYsmaely

Famous people named Ysmael

Ysmael (Spanish conquistador or explorer)

Ysmael bore this name during the Age of Exploration, spreading it across the Americas.

Ysmael (Spanish saint)

Ysmael helped establish this name across the Spanish-speaking Catholic world.

Ysmael (Latin American historical figure)

Ysmael used this name across South and Central America as Spanish naming traditions spread.

Ysmael (Spanish royal)

Ysmael held this name in the Spanish Crown, giving it aristocratic resonance across the Hispanic world.

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What names sound and feel like Ysmael?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Ysmael also consider these

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Rafael

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Yzael

Hebrew · God will help

Common questions about the name Ysmael

What does the name Ysmael mean?

Ysmael means "God will hear" — a name rooted in Spanish tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Ysmael?

Ysmael is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Ysmael have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Ysmael?

Ysmael originates from Spanish tradition. Spanish names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Ysmael trending right now?

Ysmael is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Ysmael a common or rare name?

Ysmael is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.