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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Form of Emmanuel, 'God is with us'
- Origin
- Spanish
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- man-WEL
Manuel is a classic Spanish name for a boy, pronounced man-WEL. It's a form of Emmanuel, meaning 'God is with us.' It has a timeless, worldly feel that has stayed familiar across generations.
Meaning & Origin of Manuel
Meaning: Form of Emmanuel, 'God is with us'.
Origin: Spanish.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Manuel
man-WELIPA /mænˈwɛl/
Popularity of Manuel
Manuel peaked in the U.S. at #104 in 1906, when 205 babies were given the name. In 2024 it ranked #351, with 954 babies named Manuel.
Names Like Manuel
These names share Manuel’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Manuel mean?
Form of Emmanuel, ‘God is with us’. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Manuel?
Manuel is pronounced man-WEL (IPA: /mænˈwɛl/).
Is Manuel a popular name right now?
Manuel peaked at #104 in 1906 and is ranked #351 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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