Ismaeel = Name of the distinguished prophet of Allaah, the son of Ebrahim (A.S.). It is said that this name is composed of two words, isma meaning Listen! and eel meaning Allaah in the Syriac language. In other words "Hear and grant my prayers, O Allaah!" Ebrahim (A.S.) used to make Duaa for a son by these words. When his Dua was heard, he named the son Ismaa'eel. Ismaeel also means one who is obedient to Allaah.
Elyaas/Ilyas = Name of a prophet of Allaah. He was called Ilyaaseen as well.
Muhammad = The praised one; name of the last prophet of Allaah Ta'aala. May Allaah Ta'ala shower his blessing upon him.
