UK boy's name
Emmanual
Of Hebrew origin meaning "God is with us".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2003. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Emmanual is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Emmanual popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2003 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3467, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2003, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2003 to 2003. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Emmanual is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Emmanual. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2004 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Emmanual ranked #3467 for boys in England and Wales in 2003, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2003, when 3 boys were registered as Emmanual.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Emmanual as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3467
2003
Births in 2003
3
Latest year
Peak year
2003
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Emmanual mean?
The given name Emmanual has its origins in the Hebrew language and culture. The name is derived from the Hebrew phrase "Immanu El," which translates to "God is with us." This phrase is found in the Bible, specifically in the Book of Isaiah, and is a symbolic name referring to the prophesied birth of the Messiah.
The name gained widespread popularity during the early Christian era, as it was associated with the birth of Jesus Christ. In the New Testament, the name is rendered as "Emmanuel" in the Greek language, which later evolved into the variations "Emmanual" and "Emanuel" in other languages.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Emmanual can be found in the writings of the early Christian theologian Origen, who lived in the 3rd century AD. He mentioned the name in his commentaries on the Gospel of Matthew, where he discussed the significance of the name and its connection to the prophecy in Isaiah.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Emmanual. One of the most famous is Emmanual Swedenborg (1688-1772), a Swedish philosopher, scientist, and Christian mystic whose works influenced various religious and spiritual movements.
Another prominent individual with this name was Emmanual Leutze (1816-1868), a German-American painter renowned for his historical works, including the iconic painting "Washington Crossing the Delaware."
In the realm of literature, Emmanual Roidis (1836-1904) was a notable Greek novelist and satirist whose works explored societal issues and critiqued the prevailing cultural norms of his time.
The name Emmanual also has a rich musical legacy. Emmanual Ax (born 1949) is a renowned American classical pianist who has won numerous Grammy Awards and is celebrated for his interpretations of works by composers such as Beethoven and Chopin.
Furthermore, Emmanual Chabrier (1841-1894) was a French Romantic composer best known for his orchestral works, including the famous "España" rhapsody, which evokes the spirit of Spanish music.
While these are just a few examples, the name Emmanual has been carried by many influential figures throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields and disciplines.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Emmanual by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Emmanual was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #3467 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Emmanual: questions and answers
How popular is the name Emmanual in the UK right now?
In 2003, Emmanual was ranked #3467 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Emmanual most popular?
The peak year on record was 2003, with 3 babies registered as Emmanual in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Emmanual?
Of Hebrew origin meaning "God is with us".
How many people are called Emmanual in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Emmanual across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.