What Does the Name Emmanuel Mean
The name Emmanuel comes from Biblical roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Emmanuel below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Emmanuel Name Meaning
Biblical, French, EnglishFrom the Hebrew name עִמָּנוּאֵל ('Immanu'el) meaning "God is with us". This was the foretold name of the Messiah in the Old Testament. It has been used in England since the 16th century in...
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