Israfel Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Israfel

"Israfil or Israfel is the angel who will blow the trumpet to signal Qiyamah in Islam"

Multiple origins Origin Gender-Neutral

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
Israfil or Israfel is the angel who will blow the trumpet to signal Qiyamah in Islam
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
N/A
Life Path
Number 7

📖 What Does Israfel Mean?

Israfil or Israfel is the angel who will blow the trumpet to signal Qiyamah in Islam. Though unnamed in the Quran, he is one of the four archangels in Islamic tradition, along with Michael, Gabriel, and Azrael. The "Book of Dead" described Israfil as the oldest of all archangels. He is commonly thought of as the counterpart of the Judeo-Christian archangel Raphael.

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Israfil or Israfel is the angel who will blow the trumpet to signal Qiyamah in Islam. Though unnamed in the Quran, he is one of the four archangels in Islamic tradition, along with Michael, Gabriel, and Azrael. The "Book of Dead" described Israfil as the oldest of all archangels. He is commonly thought of as the counterpart of the Judeo-Christian archangel Raphael.

Root Element
Israfel
Core Meaning
"Israfil or Israfel is the angel who will blow the trumpet to signal Qiyamah in Islam"
Language

🔢 Numerology of Israfel

I 9
S 1
R 9
A 1
F 6
E 5
L 3
SUM 7
7
Life Path
Wisdom & Introspection
6
Soul Urge
Nurturing & Responsibility
1
Personality
Independence & Leadership

Life Path 7 — Wisdom & Introspection: Analytical, spiritual, and truth-seeking.

Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Israfel" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "Israfil or Israfel is the angel who will blow the trumpet to signal Qiyamah in Islam".

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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. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

A name used globally.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Israfel?

The Life Path number for Israfel is 7, associated with Wisdom & Introspection. Soul Urge: 6. Personality: 1.

Is Israfel a boy or girl name?

Israfel is Gender-Neutral. Based on US data, 50% male and 50% female.

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