Emmanuela

“God is with us”

Italy origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#10548US 2023

9Births / yr

↓Falling

646All-time births

📅 Since 198000

What does Emmanuela mean and where does it come from?

Emmanuela is the feminine form of Emmanuel, which has Hebrew origins: עמנואל (Immanuel). The name has been popular in various cultures, especially among Christians, due to its biblical significance. It conveys the idea of divine presence and support. Emmanuela is fairly common in Italy and among Ita

Cultural significance

Emmanuela has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italy-speaking communities, where it reflects values of god is with us.

Peak popularity

Reached #4520 in 2015 — currently #10548 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Emmanuela?

Emmanuela works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Emmanuela Grace

How popular is Emmanuela right now?

Falling — down 3166 spots — currently #10548 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2023#10548 · Top 7.8%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#10548	9	▼ down 3166 · -40% births
2022	#7382	15	▼ down 602 · -12% births
2021	#6780	17	▲ up 1747 · +42% births
2020	#8527	12	▼ down 4007 · -61% births
2015	#4520	31	▲ up 816 · +19% births
2010	#5336	26	▲ up 779 · +30% births
2005	#6115	20	▲ up 1260 · +43% births
2000	#7375	14	▲ up 507 · +27% births
1995	#7882	11	▲ up 2007 · +38% births
1990	#9889	8	▼ down 2977 · -20% births
1985	#6912	10	▲ up 4989 · +100% births
1980	#11901	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Emmanuela

Best Year2015Rank #4520

Peak Count31

Average Rank#7764

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1980 - 202312 years

The story of Emmanuela

Emmanuela is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1980. With 646 total births recorded, Emmanuela remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11901 in 1980 to #10548 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Emmanuela in 2015:

Emma Olivia Sophia Ava Isabella

Emmanuela by decade

Emmanuela peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	70
1990s	108
2000s ★	231
2010s	225
2020s	12

💎Emmanuela has only 646 total recorded births since 1980 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Emmanuela?

Common

EmmEla

What names sound and feel like Emmanuela?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Emmanuela also consider these

Emanuela

Italian · God is with

Emmanuella

Hebrew · God is with

Emmanouela

Germanic · A Germanic name

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Emanoela

Germanic · A Germanic name

Arcangela

Italy · Angel, messenger from

Common questions about the name Emmanuela

What does the name Emmanuela mean?

Emmanuela means "God is with us" — a name rooted in Italy tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Emmanuela?

Emmanuela is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Emmanuela have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Emmanuela?

Emmanuela originates from Italy tradition. Italy names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Emmanuela?

Emmanuela pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Italy heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Emmanuela trending right now?

Emmanuela is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.