The name Emanuel is of Hebrew origin and means "God with us." It comes from the Hebrew phrase "Immanuel," which was prophesied in Isaiah 7:14 as a title for the Messiah, or savior king. In the New Testament, this prophecy is fulfilled by Jesus Christ, who is referred to as Emanuel in Matthew 1:23.
The name Emanuel has been used throughout history, notably by composers such as Mozart (who named his son Johann Michael den Emanuel) and Mendelssohn (who named his brother Paul Ernst Emil). It was also the given name of several historical figures, including Emperor Manuel I of Portugal and composer Manuel de Falla.
Today, Emanuel is a popular boys' name in many countries around the world. It is often associated with its religious significance, but it can also be appreciated simply as a beautiful and meaningful name with a rich history behind it.
Here are some interesting statistics about the name Emanuel in the United States:
Over a span of nearly six decades (from 1965 to 2023), there have been a total of 99 babies named Emanuel born in the U.S. This makes Emanuel a relatively uncommon name, yet one with a consistent presence over time.
The most popular years for giving a child the name Emanuel were:
* In 1987, when 8 babies were given this name.
* In 1998 and again in 2009, each year saw 8 Emanuels born.
There have been several years where Emanuel was not among the top baby names but still appeared with some frequency. For instance:
* From 1971 to 1972, there were five births each year.
* Between 1985 and 1993, the annual birth count ranged from six to seven.
However, Emanuel's popularity has seen fluctuations over time:
* In 1965, only five babies were named Emanuel.
* There was a period of decline between 2014 and 2016 when there were just five births each year.
Despite these ups and downs in popularity, Emanuel remains a name with historical significance in the U.S., with at least one baby being given this name every year since the late 1960s.