Ishmael - Boy Cat Names

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Ishmael

/ɪʃˈmeɪəl/

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Uncommon

Meaning

God hears

Represents the idea of being heard by the divine, often associated with themes of exile, resilience, and divine providence.

Symbolism

Embodies perseverance, spiritual significance, and the complexity of identity and inheritance. Often symbolizes the outsider who is still acknowledged by God.

Etymology: Derived from the Hebrew name Yishma'el (יִשְׁמָעֵאל), meaning 'God hears' or 'God will hear,' from 'shama' (to hear) and 'El' (God).

Style & Origin

traditional
literary
arabic

Cultural Background

Of Hebrew origin, Ishmael is prominent in Abrahamic religious traditions, particularly in the Bible

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