Manuela Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmah-NWEH-lah / mænˈwɛləSpanish; Portuguese; Italian
Meaning
Hebrew: God is with us; Spanish: a feminine form of Manuel
Historical & Cultural Background
Manuela is primarily a feminine name derived from the masculine name Manuel. It has roots in Hebrew, meaning 'God is with us.' The name is commonly used in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries, as well as in Italy. While traditionally feminine, it has seen some use as a masculine name in modern contexts.
Trend Summary
The name Manuela has seen fluctuating popularity in various regions, often associated with feminine usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Manu
- Manuella
International Variants
- Manuel (Spanish)
- Manu (Indian)
- Manuela (Italian)
Famous people named Manuela
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Manuela was first seen in the United States in 1926. Manuela has ranked as high as #855 nationally, which occurred in 1931, and has been most popular in Texas. In the past 5 years the name Manuela has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Manuela (1930)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1932 | 5 |