Is Emmanuelle a boy's or girl's name?

Emmanuelle is primarily a girl's name. It is also used as a boy's name, with 285 recorded births.

When was Emmanuelle most popular?

Emmanuelle reached its peak popularity in 2012 with 62 births that year. It is currently ranked #4212 in the U.S.

How popular is the name Emmanuelle?

Emmanuelle is currently ranked #4212 in the U.S. (2024). It has been given to 1,403 babies since 1975.

Emmanuelle

Once popular, gently fading from the charts.

Girl's name| Also boysDeclining

#4212▲ 464in 2024

Meaning & Origin

a female given name, masculine equivalent Emmanuel

Emmanuelle is a girl's and boy's baby name of Hebrew origin, the French feminine form of Emmanuel, meaning 'God is with us.' The name carries deep theological resonance — Emmanuel is one of the prophetic names for the Messiah in the Book of Isaiah — wrapped in unmistakably French elegance.

Emmanuelle gained international recognition through French cinema in the 1970s and has since evolved into a name associated with sophistication, artistry, and cosmopolitan flair. It flows beautifully, with four full syllables that feel both grand and intimate. Parents who love Emma or Emily but want something more expansive often discover Emmanuelle as the answer.

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Popularity Over Time

Emmanuelle climbed 536 spots in the last 20 years — from #4748 to #4212.

Popularity by Decade

Decade-by-decade popularity data for Emmanuelle
Decade	Births	Avg Rank	Trend
2020s	191	#3953	▼
2010s	513	#3223	▲
2000s	317	#4434	▲
1990s	243	#5045	▲
1980s	107	#6981	▲
1970s	32	#8422	—

Year-by-Year Data

View complete yearly data(50 years, 1975–2024)

Year-by-year popularity data for the name Emmanuelle
Year	Births	Rank	Change
2024	34	#4212	+5 (17.2%)
2023	29	#4676	-6 (-17.1%)
2022	35	#4140	-7 (-16.7%)
2021	42	#3632	-9 (-17.6%)
2020	51	#3105	+6 (13.3%)
2019	45	#3468	-9 (-16.7%)
2018	54	#3021	+7 (14.9%)
2017	47	#3357	-5 (-9.6%)
2016	52	#3147	-2 (-3.7%)
2015	54	#3100	-8 (-12.9%)
2014	62	#2790	+9 (17.0%)
2013	53	#3089	-9 (-14.5%)
2012	62	#2812	+25 (67.6%)
2011	37	#4021	-10 (-21.3%)
2010	47	#3429	+9 (23.7%)
2009	38	#4041	+3 (8.6%)
2008	35	#4389	+10 (40.0%)
2007	25	#5577	+3 (13.6%)
2006	22	#5983	-11 (-33.3%)
2005	33	#4215	+5 (17.9%)

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.

Emmanuelle as a Boy's Name

Though more common for girls, Emmanuelle has a notable history as a boy's name too, with 285 births since 1982.

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Current rank

285

Total births

1999

Peak year

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Frequently Asked

Can Emmanuelle be used for both boys and girls?

Yes, Emmanuelle is used for both boys and girls. As a girl's name, it currently ranks #4212. As a boy's name, it is not currently in the top rankings.

Last updated May 2026 · Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (1975–2024) · Methodology