Name comparison · boy names
Ismael vs. Israel
In 2025, Ismael leads at #263 among U.S. boys' names, with Israel at #315. The full 145-year picture below shows how the two names got here.
Popularity since 1880
Head to head
| Metric | Ismael | Israel |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | Rising | Falling |
| 2025 rank | #263 | #315 |
| Babies in 2025 | 1,307 | 1,081 |
| All-time peak | #234 in 2024 | #202 in 2006 |
| Uniqueness score | 32 / 100 | 34 / 100 |
| Strongest state | New Mexico (#90) | New Mexico (#161) |