Immanuel Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationih-MAN-yoo-el / ɪˈmæn.ju.əlHebrew; Latin
Meaning
Hebrew: God is with us; Latin: God with us
Historical & Cultural Background
Immanuel is a name of Hebrew origin, often associated with the biblical prophecy of the Messiah. It appears in the Old Testament, specifically in the Book of Isaiah. The name has been used in various cultures and languages, particularly among Jewish and Christian communities. It has also been adopted in different forms across various languages.
Trend Summary
Immanuel has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable rise in usage in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Emmanuel
- Manuel
International Variants
- Emmanuele (Italian)
- Imanuel (German)
- Imanuel (Spanish)
Famous people named Immanuel
Immanuel Kant was a German philosopher known for his work in epistemology and ethics.
Immanuel Velikovsky was a controversial author and researcher known for his theories on ancient history and astronomy.
Immanuel Althaus was a German theologian recognized for his contributions to Protestant theology.
Immanuel Wallerstein was an American sociologist known for his work in world-systems theory.
Fictional characters named Immanuel
Immanuel is a character in the novel 'The Last Temptation of Christ' by Nikos Kazantzakis, representing a theological concept.
Immanuel appears in the animated series 'The Bible: The Epic Miniseries' as a representation of the prophetic figure.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Immanuel was first seen in the United States in 1917. Immanuel has ranked as high as #1155 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Immanuel has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Immanuel (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 24 | |
| FL | 20 | |
| CA | 16 | |
| NY | 10 | |
| NC | 10 | |
| GA | 6 | |
| OH | 5 | |
| OR | 5 | |
| AZ | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1971 | 12 |
| 1972 | 10 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 16 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 16 |
| 1978 | 15 |
| 1979 | 31 |
| 1980 | 28 |
| 1981 | 35 |
| 1982 | 29 |
| 1983 | 25 |
| 1984 | 28 |
| 1985 | 49 |
| 1986 | 42 |
| 1987 | 43 |
| 1988 | 36 |
| 1989 | 40 |
| 1990 | 49 |
| 1991 | 49 |
| 1992 | 52 |
| 1993 | 71 |
| 1994 | 63 |
| 1995 | 74 |
| 1996 | 94 |
| 1997 | 107 |
| 1998 | 124 |
| 1999 | 131 |
| 2000 | 135 |
| 2001 | 177 |
| 2002 | 161 |
| 2003 | 133 |
| 2004 | 170 |
| 2005 | 191 |
| 2006 | 185 |
| 2007 | 203 |
| 2008 | 228 |
| 2009 | 197 |
| 2010 | 177 |
| 2011 | 169 |
| 2012 | 208 |
| 2013 | 200 |
| 2014 | 203 |
| 2015 | 239 |
| 2016 | 214 |
| 2017 | 200 |
| 2018 | 213 |
| 2019 | 204 |
| 2020 | 173 |
| 2021 | 160 |
| 2022 | 160 |
| 2023 | 179 |
| 2024 | 167 |