Emanuel Wilkens

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Emanuel Wilkens — Hebrew
29K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Emanuel Wilkens is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Emanuel is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. Emanuel (from Hebrew, meaning god with us) is a masculine given name, the Portuguese, Romanian, Spanish, Czech, Dutch, German, Hungarian, Croatian, Scandinavian form of the English name Emmanuel. The name Emanuel is quite popular in Brazil and has become more common than its primary form, Manuel (Manoel in archaic Portuguese). In German-speaking countries, Emanuel is a well-established name in Austria, Germany, Switzerland, and Liechtenstein. The name Emanuel is regarded as a symbolic and religious name strongly associated with Judaism and Christianity. The surname Wilkens: Andrea Wilkens (born 1984), German footballer Ann Wilkens (born 1944), Swedish former journalist, diplomat and ambassador April Rose Wilkens (born 1970), American convicted murderer who tried to use "battered woman syndrome" as a defense Carl Wilkens (born 1958), American involved in Rwandan genocide rescue efforts Elmer Wilkens (1901–1967), American football player Emily Wilkens (1917–2000), American fashion designer and writer Henry Wilkens (1855–1895), American Medal of Honor recipient Iman Wilkens (1936-2018), author of Where Troy Once Stood Jan Wilkens (born 1943), South African professio. Emanuel is a rare first name, carried by approximately 29K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Emanuel reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Emanuel

Hebrew

Emanuel (from Hebrew, meaning god with us) is a masculine given name, the Portuguese, Romanian, Spanish, Czech, Dutch, German, Hungarian, Croatian, Scandinavian form of the English name Emmanuel. The name Emanuel is quite popular in Brazil and has become more common than its primary form, Manuel (Manoel in archaic Portuguese). In German-speaking countries, Emanuel is a well-established name in Austria, Germany, Switzerland, and Liechtenstein. The name Emanuel is regarded as a symbolic and religious name strongly associated with Judaism and Christianity.

Surname: Wilkens

English

Andrea Wilkens (born 1984), German footballer Ann Wilkens (born 1944), Swedish former journalist, diplomat and ambassador April Rose Wilkens (born 1970), American convicted murderer who tried to use "battered woman syndrome" as a defense Carl Wilkens (born 1958), American involved in Rwandan genocide rescue efforts Elmer Wilkens (1901–1967), American football player Emily Wilkens (1917–2000), American fashion designer and writer Henry Wilkens (1855–1895), American Medal of Honor recipient Iman Wilkens (1936-2018), author of Where Troy Once Stood Jan Wilkens (born 1943), South African professio.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Emanuel is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 50%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 14%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Emanuel by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Emanuel Wilkens

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Emanuel Wilkens:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Emanuel?
The first name Emanuel originates from Hebrew. Emanuel (from Hebrew, meaning god with us) is a masculine given name, the Portuguese, Romanian, Spanish, Czech, Dutch, German, Hungarian, Croatian, Scandinavian form of the English name Emmanuel. The name Emanuel is quite popular in Brazil and has become more common than its primary form, Manuel (Manoel in archaic Portuguese). In German-speaking countries, Emanuel is a well-established name in Austria, Germany, Switzerland, and Liechtenstein. The name Emanuel is regarded as a symbolic and religious name strongly associated with Judaism and Christianity.
When was Emanuel most popular?
The name Emanuel reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Wilkens?
The surname Wilkens originates from English. Andrea Wilkens (born 1984), German footballer Ann Wilkens (born 1944), Swedish former journalist, diplomat and ambassador April Rose Wilkens (born 1970), American convicted murderer who tried to use "battered woman syndrome" as a defense Carl Wilkens (born 1958), American involved in Rwandan genocide rescue efforts Elmer Wilkens (1901–1967), American football player Emily Wilkens (1917–2000), American fashion designer and writer Henry Wilkens (1855–1895), American Medal of Honor recipient Iman Wilkens (1936-2018), author of Where Troy Once Stood Jan Wilkens (born 1943), South African professio.
What are the origins of the name Emanuel Wilkens?
The name Emanuel Wilkens combines two different traditions: the first name Emanuel has Hebrew roots, while the surname Wilkens originates from English.
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