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Ismael vs Jonathan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ismael

Boy #234 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"God will hear"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Spanish Arabic Latin American Jewish Muslim

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#234
Total SSA Count
1,532
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ismael Rank #234
Jonathan Rank #83

Jonathan is more popular, ranked #83 vs #234 for Ismael.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ismael or Jonathan more popular?

Jonathan is more popular, ranked #83 compared to Ismael at #234 in the United States.

What do Ismael and Jonathan mean?

Ismael means "God will hear" (Hebrew origin). Jonathan means "God has given" (Hebrew (Yehonatan) origin).

Are Ismael and Jonathan boy or girl names?

Ismael is primarily a boy name. Jonathan is primarily a boy name.

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