Immanuel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Immanuel originates from Hebrew, meaning 'God is with us.' It has evolved through various languages, including Latin and Greek, retaining its spiritual significance. The name is often linked to biblical prophecy and has gained popularity in Christian traditions. It represents faith and divine presence, with a positive modern perception and notable figures associated with the name.
The name Immanuel is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Immanuel has been falling for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Immanuel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5669th out of 7545 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3171st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1600th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1022nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1068th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Immanuel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Immanuel"
Pronunciation
/ɪˈmæn.ju.əl/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Immanuel comes from the Hebrew word 'עִמָּנוּאֵל' (Immanu'el), which means 'God is with us.' It is composed of two parts: 'Immanu' meaning 'with us' and 'El' meaning 'God.'
Meaning
God is with us
Language Evolution
Hebrew: עִמָּנוּאֵל (Immanu'el), Latin: Immanuel, Greek: Ἐμμανουήλ (Emmanouēl), English: Immanuel
Biblical Background
The name is most notably associated with a prophecy in the Book of Isaiah in the Hebrew Bible, which refers to the coming of a significant figure.
Historical Usage
Immanuel has been used in various forms since ancient times, particularly within Jewish tradition and later in Christian contexts. Its usage gained popularity in Christian communities following its mention in the New Testament.
Variants & Derivatives
Emmanuel, Manuel, Imanuel
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Immanuel is viewed positively, often associated with faith and hope due to its biblical roots. It remains a popular name in various cultures, particularly among Christians.
Famous People
Immanuel Kant, the influential German philosopher, Immanuel Velikovsky, a controversial author and researcher, Immanuel Althaus, a notable German theologian
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Immanuel"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Immanuel"
"Immanuel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 5669th of 7545 | 20 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3171st of 10718 | 166 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1600th of 16616 | 779 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1022nd of 24088 | 2,696 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1068th of 23106 | 2,312 |
Regional Popularity of "Immanuel" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
60.98% 1791st/2937 |
60.24% 2098th/3483 |
- |
55.56% 2247th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
47.68% 1757th/3685 |
34.91% 1562nd/4475 |
35.77% 1858th/5194 |
25.12% 1587th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
23.16% 1061st/4582 |
18.42% 951st/5164 |
13.24% 968th/7313 |
16.24% 1212th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
32.98% 1314th/3984 |
22.58% 1013th/4487 |
14.53% 991st/6822 |
17.34% 1088th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Immanuel" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Immanuel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Immanuel" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.