Manila

Pronunciation: [ m-uhn-IHL-uh ]

Manila is a girl baby name. Ranked #49,120 in the US, popular nicknames include Man, May, and Manie.

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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Manila is a girl name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced m-uhn-IHL-uh.

Parents who love the name Manila often also consider Collie, Majel, Olah .

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Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#49,120
Total SSA Count
5

Nicknames

Man May Manie Maniie

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"free woman (via Charlotte)"

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Dorice Girl

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"Dorian woman, from the Dorian people"

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"poetic muse of Scotland"

#49,179 in US
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Frequently Asked Questions About Manila

Is Manila a boy or girl name?
Manila is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Manila?
Manila is pronounced m-uhn-IHL-uh.
How popular is the name Manila?
Manila is currently ranked #49120 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Manila?
Common nicknames for Manila include Man, May, Manie, and Maniie.
Is Manila a common or rare name?
Manila is an uncommon name, ranked #49120 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Manila?
Manila pairs well with Collie, Majel, Olah, Lattie in style and sound.

About the Name Manila

Manila is a girl name .

Manila is currently ranked #49,120 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Manila include Man, May, Manie, and Maniie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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