Emanuel
Emanuel is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
God is with us.
Origin and history
Emanuel is a spelling variation of the biblical name Emmanuel, derived from Hebrew elements meaning 'God is with us'. It has a long tradition of use in both Europe and the Americas, remaining a steady choice for parents over many decades. In the United States, it maintains a consistent presence among classic religious names.
Popularity in the United States
54,756 babies in the United States have been named Emanuel since 1880. It ranks #475 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #483.
States where it is most popular
- CA (15.2 %)
- NY (13.6 %)
- TX (9.9 %)
- FL (6.7 %)
- PA (5.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 419 |
| 1890-1900 | 453 |
| 1900-1910 | 564 |
| 1910-1920 | 2,625 |
| 1920-1930 | 3,210 |
| 1930-1940 | 2,017 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,931 |
| 1950-1960 | 2,386 |
| 1960-1970 | 2,153 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,391 |
| 1980-1990 | 4,869 |
| 1990-2000 | 6,693 |
| 2000-2010 | 11,541 |
| 2010-2019 | 9,778 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,726 |
Famous people named Emanuel
- Emanuel Ax: Pianist, Musician
- Emanuel Leutze: Painter, Artist
- Emanuel Steward: Boxing Trainer, Commentator
Nicknames
Manny, Manuel, Eman
Fun facts
- The name originally appears in the Book of Isaiah as a prophetic name signifying divine protection.
- Spelled with one 'm', Emanuel was historically favored by several monarchs in Portugal and Italy.