Eemeli
Finnish · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Eemeli
Eemeli is the Finnish form of Samuel, derived from the Hebrew name Šemu'el, meaning "God has heard" or "name of God." The name comes from the Semitic root combining "shem" (name) and "El" (God).
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Etymology
Eemeli is the Finnish form of Samuel, derived from the Hebrew name Šemu'el, meaning "God has heard" or "name of God." The name comes from the Semitic root combining "shem" (name) and "El" (God).
Eemeli is primarily used in Finland and among Finnish-speaking populations, reflecting the Nordic adaptation of the biblical name Samuel, which has been common in Christian cultures since Old Testament times.
Eemeli currently ranks #44 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2021.
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