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