Emmanuel
boy name#179 in 2025Emmanuel entered the US charts in 1898, peaked at #144 in 2009, ranks #179 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1898–2025
#179
rank today
#144
peak (2009)
2,035
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1121 |
| 1900s | #1129 |
| 1910s | #1230 |
| 1920s | #1230 |
| 1930s | #1172 |
| 1940s | #1109 |
| 1950s | #827 |
| 1960s | #693 |
| 1970s | #565 |
| 1980s | #255 |
| 1990s | #218 |
| 2000s | #170 |
| 2010s | #159 |
| 2020s | #174 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Emmanuel has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 88,000 people named Emmanuel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Emmanuel alive today was born around 2008, making them about 17 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Emmanuel in 2025?
- Emmanuel ranks #179 among US boy names in 2025, with 2,035 babies given the name.
- When was the name Emmanuel most popular?
- Emmanuel peaked in 2009, reaching #144 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Emmanuel with classmates?
- Emmanuel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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