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Ishmail Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Ishmail

"In the biblical Book of Genesis, Ishmael was the first son of Abraham"

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 2008 👥 208 in US
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Meaning
In the biblical Book of Genesis, Ishmael was the first son of Abraham
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
208
Life Path
Number 8

📖 What Does Ishmail Mean?

In the biblical Book of Genesis, Ishmael was the first son of Abraham. His mother was Hagar, the handmaiden of Abraham's wife Sarah. He died at the age of 137.

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In the biblical Book of Genesis, Ishmael was the first son of Abraham. His mother was Hagar, the handmaiden of Abraham's wife Sarah. He died at the age of 137.…

Root Element
Ishmail
Core Meaning
"In the biblical Book of Genesis, Ishmael was the first son of Abraham"
Language

🔢 Numerology of Ishmail

I 9
S 1
H 8
M 4
A 1
I 9
L 3
SUM 8
8
Life Path
Power & Ambition
1
Soul Urge
Independence & Leadership
7
Personality
Wisdom & Introspection

Life Path 8 — Power & Ambition: Goal-driven, authoritative, and business-minded.

Gender Distribution

♂ Male100%
♀ Female0%

Based on 208 US Social Security records

📈 US Popularity

Total US bearers 208
Peak year 2008 (13)
First recorded 1971
Last recorded 2012
Gender Predominantly Male
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Ishmail" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "In the biblical Book of Genesis, Ishmael was the first son of Abraham".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form, established across English-speaking and Muslim communities.

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Today (2026)

~208 people named Ishmail in the US. Peaked in 2008 with 13 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Ishmail?

The Life Path number for Ishmail is 8, associated with Power & Ambition. Soul Urge: 1. Personality: 7.

Is Ishmail a boy or girl name?

Ishmail is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 100% male and 0% female.

How many people are named Ishmail in the US?

Approximately 208 people in the United States are named Ishmail. The name peaked in 2008 with 13 recorded uses.

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