Imanol

Q: What is the origin of Imanol?

Imanol is of Basque origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Imanol a boy name?

Imanol is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"God Is With Us"

Basque form of Emmanuel, directly conveying the meaning God is with us and used prominently in Basque-speaking regions.

Themes:basqueemmanuelbiblicaltheophoric

Biblical Unique Rare

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Imanol

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#5988Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Year

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Unranked

Imanol did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Imanol Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Imanol.

6 ideas

iman

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anol

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anoy

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noly

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imay

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Baby Name Lists That Include Imanol

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Imanol mean?

Imanol means "God Is With Us". Basque form of Emmanuel, directly conveying the meaning God is with us and used prominently in Basque-speaking regions.

What is the origin of Imanol?

Imanol is of Basque origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Imanol?

According to the latest SSA data, Imanol is currently ranked #5988 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Imanol a boy name?

Imanol is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Imanol?

Popular nicknames for Imanol include iman, anol, im, anoy, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Imanol?

There are many names similar to Imanol in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginBasque, Hebrew

Syllables3

Length6 letters

US Rank#5988

Trend→ Stable

Starts withI

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Andoni Asier Aitor Bolivar Exavior

Sisters

Arantza Arantxa Ane Aritza Alazne

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