Emanuel, of Hebrew origin, means "God is with us". It's composed of the elements 'E' meaning God and 'man' meaning with. This name carries a profound spiritual significance and has been popular among various cultures throughout history. In its Latin form, Emanuel becomes Emmanuel, and in some European languages, it may be spelled Emanuell or Emanuele. Famous individuals bearing this name include Emanuel Schwab, a French businessman, and Emanuel Ax, an American pianist. The name Emanuel has been used consistently across centuries, reflecting its enduring appeal and timelessness.
The name Emanuel experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the past century, with periods of relative obscurity and sudden peaks. From 1913 to 1971, there were fewer than 10 births per year on average. However, starting from 1973, the number of annual births began to rise steadily, reaching a peak of 22 in 2001. Since then, the popularity has fluctuated but generally remained high, with most years seeing over 10 births. The total number of births over this period is 545.