Emmanuela Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: eh-mah-NWEH-lah /ɛ.məˈnwe.lə/
Origin: Hebrew; Italian
Meaning: Hebrew: God is with us; Italian: a feminine form of Emmanuel
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Emmanuela is derived from the Hebrew name Immanuel, which means "God is with us." The etymological journey begins with the Hebrew root 'עִמָּנוּאֵל' (Immanu'el), which was later transliterated into Greek as Ἐμμανουήλ (Emmanouēl) in the Septuagint, the Greek translation of the Hebrew Bible. This form was subsequently adopted into Latin as Emmanuel, and eventually made its way into various European languages, including Italian and Spanish, before evolving into Emmanuela in Italian and other Romance languages.
The name entered English usage through biblical texts, particularly the King James Bible published in 1611, which popularized the name in Christian contexts, referring to the prophesied Messiah in the Book of Isaiah. Historically, the name has been associated with significant religious figures, including Jesus Christ, who is referred to as Emmanuel in Christian theology.
The name's biblical roots have contributed to its enduring presence in Christian communities throughout the centuries. In the Middle Ages, the name was often used in various forms across Europe, reflecting the cultural and linguistic shifts of the time.
Saints and notable figures bearing the name have also contributed to its historical significance, with various saints named Emmanuel recognized in the Christian tradition. Culturally, Emmanuela carries connotations of divine presence and support, resonating with themes of faith and hope.
This symbolic association has allowed the name to maintain its relevance in religious and cultural contexts. The name also has diminutive forms, such as Emanuela or Manu, which have been used affectionately in various cultures.
Overall, Emmanuela reflects a rich tapestry of linguistic evolution, historical significance, and cultural resonance, rooted deeply in religious tradition.
Famous people named Emmanuela
In this section, you will find notable people named Emmanuela. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Emmanuela who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Emmanuela D'Amico is a singer best known for her work in the Italian music scene.
Emmanuela D'Avossa is a model best known for her appearances in various fashion campaigns.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Emmanuela was first seen in the United States in 1980.
Emmanuela has ranked as high as #1363 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in New York, Florida, Texas, and New Jersey.
In the past 5 years the name Emmanuela has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Emmanuela is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Emmanuela was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Emmanuela (2017)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Emmanuela.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 14 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2022 | 15 |
| 2021 | 17 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2018 | 18 |
| 2017 | 28 |
| 2016 | 24 |
| 2015 | 31 |
| 2014 | 18 |
| 2013 | 25 |
| 2012 | 25 |
| 2011 | 21 |
| 2010 | 26 |
| 2009 | 27 |
| 2008 | 28 |
| 2007 | 30 |
| 2006 | 25 |
| 2005 | 20 |
| 2004 | 23 |
| 2003 | 20 |
| 2002 | 21 |
| 2001 | 23 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1993 | 19 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1984 | 16 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1980 | 5 |