Emmanuel

The name Emmanuel is a masculine variant of the biblical name Immanuel and is used in English and French. Translated, it means 'God with us,' 'with us be God,' or 'God is with us.' In popular interpretations, it is occasionally understood as 'the way to God.'

What does the name Emmanuel mean?

Emmanuel is an English and French form of the biblical name Immanuel, which encompasses the meanings 'God with us,' 'with us be God,' or 'God is with us.' Additionally, it is sometimes popularly understood as 'the way to God.' The name has its roots in Hebrew and is derived from the Hebrew terms im (עִם) for 'with' or immanu (עִמָּנוּ) for 'with us,' as well as el (אֵל) for 'the Mighty' or 'God.' In the Old Testament, Emmanuel represents the Messiah announced by the prophet Isaiah. A common short form is Manuel. In Iceland, the name is spelled Emmanúel. Other variants include Amanuel, Emmanuele, Emanuelis, Emmanouil, Emanuele, Imanuel, Lemanuel, Manuele, Manuelo, and Manolo. The feminine forms are Emanuela and Imanuela.

Where does the name Emmanuel come from?

The name Emmanuel has ancient Hebrew roots and means 'with us be God' or 'God with us.'

How do you pronounce Emmanuel?

The pronunciation of Emmanuel is four to three syllables and is characterized by a melodic sound. In German, it is usually pronounced as 'E-man-u-el' [eˈmanu̯eːl]. The name begins with an open E sound that radiates a certain brightness. The middle sounds blend gently together, and the ending syllable '-el' provides a harmonious conclusion. Emmanuel conveys an impression of dignity and tradition, combining melodic fullness with spiritual depth.

When is the name day of Emmanuel?

The name day for Emmanuel is celebrated on both January 1 and March 25.

Popularity

Emmanuel is among the more common first names in Germany. The name currently ranks 552nd in the list of the most popular male first names. Its best ranking was in 1930, when it reached 208th place. Over the last ten years, Emmanuel has been given as a first name approximately 1,200 times, placing it 471st in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 505th.

Nicknames & pet names

Emani / Emanu / Emma / Emmi / Emu / Ima / Mani / Manu

Similar first names

Famous people

• Emmanuel Adamakis (* 1958), Greek Orthodox Bishop
• Emmanuel Adebayor (Footballer)
• Emmanuel Ake (Kenyan Footballer)
• Emmanuel Arinze Ifeajuna (Nigerian High Jumper)
• Emmanuel Baffour (Footballer from Italy)
• Emmanuel Carvallo (French Physicist)
• Emmanuel Correze (French Footballer)
• Emmanuel Curtil (French Actor)
• Emmanuel Gyasi (German Footballer)
• Emmanuel Hiel (Belgian Poet)
• Emmanuel Hostache (Bobsledder from France)
• Emmanuel Kipchirchir Mutai (American Long-Distance Runner)
• Emmanuel Koum (Footballer from Cameroon)
• Emmanuel Louis Masqueray (Architect from France)
• Emmanuel Maboang (Cameroonian Footballer)
• Emmanuel Macron (Politician, Presidential Candidate France)
• Emmanuel Mbola (Footballer from Zambia)
• Emmanuel Moire (French Singer and Musical Performer (Le Roi Soleil))
• Emmanuel Nicolas Bazan Garcia (Argentinian Footballer)
• Emmanuel Nwachi (Nigerian Footballer)