Ismael
Meaning of Ismael
Ismael is a male name of Hebrew origin, derived from the biblical name Yishma'el, which means "God will hear." The name has significant historical and religious connotations, being borne by the son of Abraham and Hagar in the Bible. In English-speaking countries, it is typically pronounced as iz-MAYL, while in Spanish-speaking regions, it is pronounced as ees-mah-EL. Ismael has a variant spelling, Ishmael, which is also well-known due to its literary association with Herman Melville's classic novel "Moby-Dick," where the famous opening line reads, "Call me Ishmael." Over the years, Ismael has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States. As of 2023, it ranked 244th with 1,421 occurrences. The name's timeless appeal lies in its rich cultural heritage and strong meaning, making it a meaningful choice for parents seeking a name with depth and history.
Pronunciation
Spanish
- Pronunced as ees-mah-EL (/is.maˈel/)
English
- Pronunced as iz-MAYL (/ɪzˈmeɪl/)
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Notable People Named Ismael
| Ismael Moreno Pino was a Mexican lawyer, diplomat, scholar, and author known for his role in negotiating the Treaty of Tlatelolco, establishing Latin America and the Caribbean as a nuclear-weapon-free zone. |
| Ismael Serrano is a popular Spanish singer-songwriter and guitarist known for his politically charged lyrics and diverse musical influences, drawing inspiration from other prominent Spanish artists and poets. |
| Ismael Rivera, also known as "Maelo," was a renowned Puerto Rican composer and salsa singer. |
| Ismael Marcelo Hernández Uscanga is a Mexican modern pentathlete who won a bronze medal at the 2016 Summer Olympics and received the "Premio Nacional del Deporte" in 2016. |
| Ismael Miranda, also known as El Niño Bonito de la Salsa, is a renowned Puerto Rican singer and songwriter. |
| Ismael Rescalvo Sánchez is a Spanish football manager and former player, currently managing Mexican club Mazatlán. |
| Ismael Saz Campos is a Spanish historian and professor at the University of Valencia, known for his expertise in Falangism, Francoist Spain, and Spanish-Italian relations during the Spanish Civil War. |
| Ismael Jesús Díaz Galán, also known as Ismael Díaz, is a Spanish professional football manager with experience managing various clubs in Spain and Portugal. |
| Ismael Parraguez, also known as Misael Guerra, was a multi-talented Chilean musician, teacher, poet, and novelist, famous for creating the Orfeón Chileno and writing the children's poem "Los pollitos dicen." |
| Ismael Cruz Córdova - Ismael Enrique Cruz Córdova is a Puerto Rican actor known for his roles in Sesame Street, Ray Donovan, Berlin Station, and The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. |
| Ismael Bolívar Fernández is a retired Spanish footballer known for his career as a defender with CD Pozoblanco. |
| Ismael Alfredo Hernández Deras is a Mexican politician who served as Governor of the State of Durango and has been affiliated with the Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI). |
| Ismael Silva, a Brazilian samba musician, gained recognition for his compositions such as Me faz carinhos and Se você jurar. |
| Ismael La Rosa - Ismael Armando La Rosa Fernandini is a Peruvian actor famous for his roles in telenovelas. |
| Ismaël Traoré - Ismaël Abdul Rahman Roch Traoré is a professional footballer and captain of Ligue 1 club Metz, known for his role as a centre-back and his international career with the Ivory Coast national team. |
