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Foster vs Immanuel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Immanuel

Boy #1,210 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"God is with us"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Christian Ethiopian German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,210
Total SSA Count
167
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Foster Rank #1,077
Immanuel Rank #1,210

Foster is more popular, ranked #1077 vs #1210 for Immanuel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Foster or Immanuel more popular?

Foster is more popular, ranked #1077 compared to Immanuel at #1210 in the United States.

What do Foster and Immanuel mean?

Foster means "forest keeper, forester" (Old English origin). Immanuel means "God is with us" (Hebrew origin).

Are Foster and Immanuel boy or girl names?

Foster is primarily a boy name. Immanuel is primarily a boy name.

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