Ishmael
Meaning
God Will Hear
Origin
Hebrew
Pronunciation
/ɪʃˈmeɪ.əl/
Traits associated with the name Ishmael:
Dogs named Ishmael tend to be loving, good-natured, and hard-working. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Ishmael?
Naming your dog Ishmael suggests that you have an appreciation for literature and a sense of humor. It also suggests that you are creative and enjoy finding unique names for your pets.
Is Ishmael a good dog name?
Ishmael has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Ishmael isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Ishmael is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Ishmael was, in the past month, the 4268th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of November 2024, Ishmael is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Ishmael was viewed 48 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Ishmael's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Ishmael is most adored in Mississippi, Florida and Massachusetts.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Arizona, New York and New Jersey.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Ishmael.
Most popular breeds named Ishmael:
- Chihuahua
Ishmael is found in these categories:
biblical
Derived from a significant character in the Bible, Abraham's first son.
Dog names like Ishmael:
April 15, 2022
Let us know what you think of Ishmael as a dog name!