Ismet
Fact sheet
- Name
- Ismet
- Gender
- Boy name
- Syllables
- 2
Ismet represents the Turkish, Kurdish, and Albanian variant of the Arabic and Muslim name Ismat. In Turkish, it is written as İsmet, while in Kurdish, the spelling Îsmet is used.
What does the name Ismet mean?
The name Ismet is derived from Ismat and means in its original form 'purity, virtue, infallibility'. The Arabic root ʿiṣma (عِصْمَة) refers to the qualities of the pure, honorable, or innocent. Ismet is used as a male first name and, although less common, is also found in female form, such as Ismeta and Ismete. The name is particularly prevalent in Turkey as well as in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Albania, and Kosovo.
Where does the name Ismet come from?
Ismet is a first name with Arabic roots that can be used for both males and females. Its meanings include 'the honorable' and 'the pure'. The Arabic root ʿiṣma (عِصْمَة) stands for purity, virtue, and infallibility and is widespread in various languages such as Albanian, Bosnian, and Turkish.
How do you pronounce Ismet?
The name Ismet has a distinctive two-syllable structure. In German pronunciation, it is usually pronounced as 'Is-met' [ɪsˈmɛt]. The name begins with a short I sound that conveys freshness. The consonant cluster '-sm' creates an exciting middle, while the hard T ending gives the name a clear contour. Ismet radiates strength and character, appearing present, calm, and self-assured.
Popularity
In Germany, Ismet enjoys great popularity and currently ranks 1,154th on the list of the most common male first names. Its highest ranking was achieved in 1954 at 140th place. In the last ten years, Ismet has been chosen as a first name about 310 times, placing it at 1,205th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 1,224th.
Nicknames & pet names
Ico / Isa / Isi / Ismo / Iso / Izzy / Meto / Smet
Famous people
- Ismet Akpinar (German basketball player)
- Ismet Atli (wrestler)
- Ismet Ekmecic (Yugoslav footballer)
- Ismet Guney (Cypriot artist)
- Ismet Hadzic (Yugoslav footballer)
- Ismet Hasani (football player from Belgium)
- Ismet Horo (actor from Bosnia and Herzegovina)
- Ismet Inönü (Turkish politician)
- Ismet Miroglu (historian)
- Ismet Mulavdic (British football player)
- Ismet Munishi (Yugoslav footballer)
- Ismet Ozel (Turkish writer)
- Ismet Peja (Yugoslav singer)
- Ismet Rizvic (artist from Bosnia and Herzegovina)
- Ismet Sisic (football player from Yugoslavia)
- Ismet Stilic (Yugoslav footballer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Ismet
What is the origin of the name Ismet?
Ismet is a first name with Arabic roots that is widespread in various cultures, particularly in Turkey, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Albania, and Kosovo.
What does the name Ismet mean?
The name Ismet means in its original version 'purity' and 'virtue'. The Arabic root ʿiṣma refers to qualities such as honor and innocence.
How popular is the name Ismet?
Ismet is a less common name, but it is used in both male and female forms (e.g., Ismeta) and is popular in certain regions like Turkey and the Balkans.