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At a Glance
- Meaning
- God is with us
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- ih-MAN-yoo-el
Immanuel is a Hebrew name meaning "God is with us," pronounced ih-MAN-yoo-el (IPA /ɪˈmænjuɛl/). It has a long, steady history in American naming records stretching back to 1917, giving it a settled, well-worn feel rather than a trendy one.
Meaning & Origin of Immanuel
Meaning: God is with us.
Origin: Hebrew.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Immanuel
ih-MAN-yoo-elIPA /ɪˈmænjuɛl/
Popularity of Immanuel
Immanuel reached its highest popularity in 2001, when it ranked #893 with 177 babies given the name that year; by 2024 it had settled to #1208 with 167 babies, a gentle dip rather than a dramatic swing.
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FAQ
What does the name Immanuel mean?
God is with us. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Immanuel?
Immanuel is pronounced ih-MAN-yoo-el (IPA: /ɪˈmænjuɛl/).
Is Immanuel a popular name right now?
Immanuel peaked at #893 in 2001 and is ranked #1208 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1917–2024.)
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