Ishmeal
boy nameIshmeal entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #2730 in 1916, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
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rank today
#2730
peak (1916)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2923 |
| 1920s | #3737 |
| 1930s | #3316 |
| 1940s | #3359 |
| 1960s | #4235 |
| 1970s | #4724 |
| 1980s | #5821 |
| 1990s | #5679 |
| 2000s | #10118 |
| 2010s | #10492 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Ishmeal are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ishmeal alive today was born around 1992, making them about 33 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ishmeal in 2025?
- Ishmeal is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Ishmeal most popular?
- Ishmeal peaked in 1916, reaching #2730 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Ishmeal with classmates?
- Ishmeal will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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