Find out how popular the first name Emmanuel has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Emmanuel by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Emmanuel is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 100% of people named Emmanuel being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 2,100 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Emmanuel.

The history of the first name Emmanuel

The name Emmanuel has its origins in Hebrew, deriving from the combination of two words: "Immanu" meaning "with us" and "El" meaning "God". This translates to "God with us" or "God is with us". The name can be traced back to ancient Hebrew texts and scriptures, particularly the Old Testament, where it is mentioned as a symbolic name given to the promised Messiah.

In the Bible's Book of Isaiah, Emmanuel is referred to as a child who would be born to a virgin and would be a sign of God's presence among his people. This prophecy was later interpreted by Christians as referring to Jesus Christ, leading to the widespread adoption of the name Emmanuel in Christian cultures.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Emmanuel can be found in various ancient texts and records dating back to the first century AD. One of the earliest known individuals with this name was Emmanuel, a Roman soldier who lived during the reign of Emperor Nero in the 1st century AD.

Throughout history, the name Emmanuel has been borne by numerous notable figures, including:

1. Emmanuel the Great, a Byzantine Emperor who ruled from 1361 to 1425, known for his efforts to reunite the Eastern and Western Christian churches.
2. Emmanuel Swedenborg, a Swedish philosopher, scientist, and mystic who lived from 1688 to 1772, renowned for his influential theological works.
3. Emmanuel Kant, a German philosopher from the 18th century (1724-1804), widely regarded as one of the most influential thinkers of the Enlightenment period.
4. Emmanuel Lévinas, a French philosopher and Talmudic scholar who lived from 1906 to 1995, known for his work in ethics and phenomenology.
5. Emmanuel Macron, the current President of France, born in 1977, who took office in 2017.

The name Emmanuel has maintained its significance across various cultures and religions, particularly in Christianity, where it symbolizes the belief in the divine presence of God among humanity. Its enduring popularity can be attributed to its deep-rooted biblical and historical associations, making it a name with rich cultural and spiritual significance.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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