Ismaaeel is of Arabic origin, meaning "God will hear." It is a variant spelling of Ismail and is often associated with the Islamic prophet Ishmael, the son of Abraham and Hagar. In Muslim cultures, Ismaaeel is considered to be the father of the Arab people and the ancestor of the Islamic prophet Muhammad through his eldest son Kedar. The name has gained popularity worldwide due to its cultural significance and unique sound. It consists of five letters: I-S-M-A-A-E-L, with the vowels being pronounced as in English.
Ismaaeel has had a consistent presence with 5 births each year from 2003 onwards, totaling 5 babies born with this name.