Emmanuel Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationeh-MAN-yoo-el / ɛˈmæn.ju.əlHebrew; Latin
Meaning
Hebrew: God is with us; Latin: God with us
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Emmanuel has its roots in Hebrew, where it is derived from the phrase meaning 'God is with us.' It is often associated with Christian theology, particularly in reference to the prophecy of the Messiah. The name has been used in various cultures and languages, reflecting its religious significance. It has also been popularized in literature and music, particularly during the Christmas season.
Trend Summary
Emmanuel has seen a steady presence in the U.S. baby name rankings, often reflecting its religious connotations.
Similar Names
Variants
- Emanuele
- Manuel
- Emmanuelle
International Variants
- Emmanuele (Italian)
- Manuel (Spanish)
- Immanuel (German)
- Emmanuella (Italian)
Famous people named Emmanuel
Emmanuel Macron is the President of France, having taken office in May 2017.
Emmanuel Adebayor is a Togolese professional footballer known for his time in the English Premier League.
Emmanuel Lewis is an American actor best known for his role in the television series 'Webster.'.
Emmanuel Lubezki is a Mexican cinematographer recognized for his work on films such as 'Birdman' and 'The Revenant.'.
Fictional characters named Emmanuel
Emmanuel Goldstein is a character in George Orwell's novel '1984,' representing the enemy of the state.
Emmanuel is a character in the animated film 'The Prince of Egypt,' serving as a representation of hope.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Emmanuel was first seen in the United States in 1898. Emmanuel has ranked as high as #263 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Emmanuel has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Emmanuel (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 355 | |
CA | 331 | |
FL | 180 | |
NY | 113 | |
GA | 86 | |
NC | 79 | |
IL | 71 | |
AZ | 61 | |
WA | 52 | |
PA | 48 | |
VA | 43 | |
MA | 42 | |
IN | 42 | |
OH | 36 | |
MD | 35 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1898 | 5 |
1900 | 5 |
1903 | 5 |
1908 | 9 |
1910 | 10 |
1911 | 8 |
1912 | 13 |
1913 | 14 |
1914 | 25 |
1915 | 33 |
1916 | 29 |
1917 | 33 |
1918 | 32 |
1919 | 32 |
1920 | 32 |
1921 | 30 |
1922 | 38 |
1923 | 49 |
1924 | 32 |
1925 | 45 |
1926 | 30 |
1927 | 26 |
1928 | 31 |
1929 | 39 |
1930 | 41 |
1931 | 43 |
1932 | 25 |
1933 | 26 |
1934 | 33 |
1935 | 31 |
1936 | 28 |
1937 | 29 |
1938 | 45 |
1939 | 31 |
1940 | 28 |
1941 | 32 |
1942 | 40 |
1943 | 33 |
1944 | 35 |
1945 | 31 |
1946 | 37 |
1947 | 46 |
1948 | 49 |
1949 | 62 |
1950 | 56 |
1951 | 70 |
1952 | 68 |
1953 | 68 |
1954 | 93 |
1955 | 72 |
1956 | 88 |
1957 | 83 |
1958 | 83 |
1959 | 106 |
1960 | 107 |
1961 | 127 |
1962 | 129 |
1963 | 129 |
1964 | 122 |
1965 | 133 |
1966 | 110 |
1967 | 112 |
1968 | 119 |
1969 | 131 |
1970 | 140 |
1971 | 158 |
1972 | 168 |
1973 | 188 |
1974 | 184 |
1975 | 221 |
1976 | 205 |
1977 | 255 |
1978 | 314 |
1979 | 323 |
1980 | 411 |
1981 | 606 |
1982 | 617 |
1983 | 722 |
1984 | 1,065 |
1985 | 1,143 |
1986 | 1,186 |
1987 | 1,402 |
1988 | 1,279 |
1989 | 1,337 |
1990 | 1,398 |
1991 | 1,384 |
1992 | 1,359 |
1993 | 1,383 |
1994 | 1,286 |
1995 | 1,332 |
1996 | 1,473 |
1997 | 1,474 |
1998 | 1,504 |
1999 | 1,583 |
2000 | 1,800 |
2001 | 1,856 |
2002 | 2,032 |
2003 | 2,131 |
2004 | 2,347 |
2005 | 2,575 |
2006 | 2,487 |
2007 | 2,711 |
2008 | 2,862 |
2009 | 2,737 |
2010 | 2,552 |
2011 | 2,676 |
2012 | 2,351 |
2013 | 2,401 |
2014 | 2,568 |
2015 | 2,748 |
2016 | 2,571 |
2017 | 2,520 |
2018 | 2,424 |
2019 | 2,422 |
2020 | 2,461 |
2021 | 1,983 |
2022 | 2,217 |
2023 | 2,105 |
2024 | 2,047 |