Emanuel
Emanuel is a classic name of Hebrew origin meaning 'God is with us.' It has deep biblical roots and has been used across many cultures, particularly in European, Latin American, and Jewish communities.
Current Popularity
Popularity over time
Dashed bar: 2026 (projected): 473. How this is calculated
Yearly values
- 2011: 1,326
- 2012: 1,097
- 2013: 1,032
- 2014: 1,026
- 2015: 979
- 2016: 915
- 2017: 754
- 2018: 712
- 2019: 741
- 2020: 723
- 2021: 579
- 2022: 662
- 2023: 623
- 2024: 626
- 2025: 513
- 2026 (projected): 473
Good to Know
- •The spelling 'Emanuel' (one 'm') is traditional, while 'Emmanuel' (two 'm's) is also common
- •Easy to pronounce in multiple languages with similar variations
- •Strong religious significance in Christian tradition as a name for Christ
- •Works well in both formal and casual settings
Similar Names
Famous People
Emanuel Ax
Renowned classical pianist
Emanuel Swedenborg
Swedish scientist and theologian
Rahm Emanuel
American politician and former Chicago Mayor
Emanuel Ungaro
French fashion designer
Statistics
54,756
Total births since 1880
2007
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