Manuel: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: Manuel · 2 syllables
Everything about the name Manuel: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«God is with us»
Gender
Boy
Origin
Hebrew
Popularity
68 out of 100
Where Manuel is popular
- ItalyISTAT#55
Rankings come from each country’s official birth statistics. Where a statistics office publishes no ranked list, we show that a name is popular rather than estimating a position.
About the Name Manuel
Manuel is a boy's name with Hebrew roots, traditionally understood to mean "God is with us." Names like this one tend to feel meaningful yet easy to wear from childhood into adulthood.
Pronounced Manuel, Manuel runs to 2 syllables and has a rhythm that is easy to say in many languages. Manuel is usually used in full, without a common nickname.
Today Manuel is a steadily chosen option, scoring 68 out of 100 on our popularity index. In feel it reads as faith.
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FAQ
What does the name Manuel mean?+
The name Manuel means "God is with us".
What is the origin of the name Manuel?+
Manuel is a name of Hebrew origin.
Is Manuel a girl or boy name?+
Manuel is traditionally a boy name.
How do you pronounce Manuel?+
Manuel is pronounced Manuel (2 syllables).
Is Manuel a popular name?+
Manuel is a steadily chosen option, scoring 68 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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