Lemuel vs Ishmael

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lemuel

Boy #2,131 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"belonging to God"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #1,498 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"God will hear"

Origin: Hebrew

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Lemuel Rank #2,131

Ishmael Rank #1,498

Ishmael is more popular, ranked #1498 vs #2131 for Lemuel.

Is Lemuel or Ishmael more popular?

Ishmael is more popular, ranked #1498 compared to Lemuel at #2131 in the United States.

What do Lemuel and Ishmael mean?

Lemuel means "belonging to God" (Hebrew origin). Ishmael means "God will hear" (Hebrew origin).

Are Lemuel and Ishmael boy or girl names?

Lemuel is primarily a boy name. Ishmael is primarily a boy name.