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Ismael vs Raphael

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
Raphael Rank #421

Ismael is more popular, ranked #234 vs #421 for Raphael.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ismael or Raphael more popular?

Ismael is more popular, ranked #234 compared to Raphael at #421 in the United States.

What do Ismael and Raphael mean?

Ismael means "God will hear" (Hebrew origin). Raphael means "divine healer" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ismael and Raphael boy or girl names?

Ismael is primarily a boy name. Raphael is primarily a boy name.

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