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Emmanuella

Girl name · 5 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Emmanuella: 5 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 5 births in 2014.

Emmanuella is the feminine form of Emmanuel, originating from the Hebrew name Immanuel, meaning “God is with us”—a phrase famously appearing in the biblical Book of Isaiah. While less common than its French variant Emmanuelle, the name has been borne by notable figures such as Emmanuella Nyokabi, a Kenyan model and beauty queen, and Emmanuella Rella, a Maltese actress and singer. The name’s masculine root has strong place associations: several churches and towns worldwide bear the name Emmanuel, including Emmanuel City in Ghana. In Scotland, Emmanuella has seen modest but steady use since the 1990s, often chosen by families who appreciate its biblical resonance and elegant, international sound.

Girl 1 of 52 years

Peak year
20145 babies
Latest (2014)
#6035 babies
Total births
5since 2014
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2014 · 5
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).