Imanol
Imanol is a boy's name of Basque origin.
Meaning
God is with us.
Origin and history
Imanol is a Basque masculine name that developed as the local equivalent of Emmanuel. Meaning 'God is with us,' it carries strong cultural resonance in the Basque Country of Spain. In the United States, it is a rare choice, occasionally used by families honoring Iberian or Basque heritage.
Popularity in the United States
1,246 babies in the United States have been named Imanol since 1880. It ranks #3452 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1873.
States where it is most popular
- CA (35.7 %)
- TX (26.5 %)
- IL (11.4 %)
- NY (8.8 %)
- FL (5.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 60 |
| 2000-2010 | 964 |
| 2010-2019 | 168 |
| 2020-2029 | 54 |
Famous people named Imanol
- Imanol Arias: Actor
- Imanol Alguacil: Football Manager, Football Player
Fun facts
- Imanol was coined as a Basque translation for the traditional Spanish name Manuel or Emmanuel.
- The name gained significant popularity in northern Spain during the twentieth century as a symbol of regional identity.