Manuela
Spanish · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Manuela
Manuela is the feminine form of Manuel, derived from the Hebrew name Immanuel, meaning "God is with us" (from "Imanu" meaning "with us" and "El" meaning "God").
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Etymology
Manuela is the feminine form of Manuel, derived from the Hebrew name Immanuel, meaning "God is with us" (from "Imanu" meaning "with us" and "El" meaning "God"). The name is primarily used in Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, and German-speaking cultures, with strong ties to Christianity due to its biblical origins and historical prominence in Catholic-majority regions.
Manuela currently ranks #2,573 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1924.
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