Manuela

Pronunciation: [ m-anw-AYL-uh ]

Girl Name #2,112 Most Popular Hidden Gem 4 Syllables

A timeless Iberian classic meaning God is with us

Spanish Portuguese Italian Latin American Catholic

Classic Elegant Traditional Sophisticated Spiritual

Meaning & Origin

"God is with us"

Origin: Hebrew

Language: Spanish

The Story of Manuela

Manuela is the Spanish and Portuguese feminine form of Manuel, which derives from the Hebrew name Immanuel (written in the New Testament as Emmanuel) meaning God is with us. Immanuel is a prophetic name from the Book of Isaiah and was applied to Jesus Christ in Christian tradition. The name has been beloved in Catholic countries for centuries.

Manuela has been a consistently popular name throughout Latin America and the Iberian Peninsula. In Argentina and Spain, it has ranked in the top 50 names for generations. It is experiencing a fresh wave of interest in the US as Spanish-heritage names grow in appeal.

Manuela Saenz, the Colombian revolutionary and companion of Simon Bolivar, is one of the most celebrated historical figures bearing this name. She was known as the Liberatrix of the Liberator and is a national hero in several South American countries.

Fun Facts

Manuela Saenz was a Colombian revolutionary leader and companion of Simon Bolivar, celebrated as a national hero in Ecuador and Colombia
The name Immanuel appears in the Book of Isaiah as a prophetic name and was later applied to Jesus Christ in Christian theology

Manuela in Other Languages

French Emmanuelle

German Manuela

Italian Emanuela

Spanish Manuela

Portuguese Manuela

Famous People Named Manuela

Manuela Arcuri

Actor

1977

Italian actress and model widely popular in Italian television and cinema

Manuela Saenz

Military

1797

Colombian-Ecuadorian revolutionary, companion of Simon Bolivar, and independence fighter known as the Liberatrix of the ...

Colombian-Ecuadorian revolutionary, companion of Simon Bolivar, and independence fighter known as the Liberatrix of the Liberator

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Syllables: 4
Popularity Rank: #2,112
Total SSA Count: 90
Cultural Origins: Spanish Portuguese Italian Latin American Catholic
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Formal
Cross-Cultural Ease: High

Common Nicknames

Manu Manue Ela Nellie

Pairs Well With

Manuela Isabel Manuela Sofia Manuela Carmen Manuela Lucia Manuela Valentina Manuela Belen Manuela Gracia

Sibling Names

Rafael Miguel Catalina Valentina Sebastian Isabella

Also a Boy Name

Manuela is also used as a boy name, ranked #31545.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Manuela

What does the name Manuela mean?

"God is with us" (from Hebrew). Manuela is the Spanish and Portuguese feminine form of Manuel, which derives from the Hebrew name Immanuel (written in the New Testament as Emmanuel) meaning God is with us. Immanuel is a prophetic name from the Book of Isaiah and was applied to Jesus Christ in Christian tradition. The name has been beloved in Catholic countries for centuries.

What is the origin of the name Manuela?

Manuela has Hebrew, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Latin American, and Catholic origins. In Hebrew, it means "God is with us".

Is Manuela a boy or girl name?

Manuela is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #2112. As a boy name, it is ranked #31545. Manuela is more commonly used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Manuela?

Manuela is pronounced m-anw-AYL-uh.

How popular is the name Manuela?

Manuela is currently ranked #2112 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Manuela?

Common nicknames for Manuela include Manu, Manue, Ela, and Nellie.

What are good middle names for Manuela?

Popular middle name pairings include Manuela Isabel, Manuela Sofia, Manuela Carmen, Manuela Lucia, Manuela Valentina, Manuela Belen, and Manuela Gracia.

What are good sibling names for Manuela?

Names that pair well with Manuela as siblings include Rafael, Miguel, Catalina, Valentina, Sebastian, and Isabella.

How many syllables does Manuela have?

Manuela has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.

Is Manuela a common or rare name?

Manuela is an uncommon name, ranked #2112 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Manuela

Manuela is a girl name with Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Latin American, and Catholic origins . The name means "God is with us" in Hebrew .

Is Manuela a boy or girl name? Manuela is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #2,112 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #31,545. Manuela is more commonly used as a girl name.

Manuela is currently ranked #2,112 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

The name Manuela has 4 syllables and is pronounced m-anw-AYL-uh, making it distinctive and memorable.

Common nicknames for Manuela include Manu, Manue, Ela, and Nellie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.